Brother Innov-is BP3600 User's Guide

Operation Manual

Embroidery Machine

Product Code: 882-W80/W82

Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference. Failure to follow these instructions may result in an increased risk of personal injury or damage to property, including through fire, electrical shock, burns or suffocation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.

DANGER

- To reduce the risk of electric shock

inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician.

• This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only.

4Never 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 water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized Brother dealer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord.

• When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries.

• When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements, otherwise you may injure your back or knees.

1Always unplug the machine from the

electrical outlet immediately after using, cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.

WARNING

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

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical

outlet when removing covers, or when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.

• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.

• Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.

5Always keep your work area clear:

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

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

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

• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being embroidered may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

• Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

3Electrical Hazards:

• This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power source or

6Special care is required when embroidering:

• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.

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

• Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area.

• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.

• Do not push or pull the fabric when embroidering.

7This machine is not a toy:

• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.

• The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of suffocation.

• Do not use outdoors.

8For a longer service life:

Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.

Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

Use only the mouse designed specifically for this machine.

The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

For additional product information and updates, visit our website at www.brother.com

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended

for household use.

FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT CENELEC COUNTRIES

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with

• When using and storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.

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

• Always consult the Operation Manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

9For repair or adjustment:

• If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized Brother dealer.

• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the Operation Manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

FOR USERS IN CENELEC COUNTRIES

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards

involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

FOR USERS IN THE UK,

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

EIRE, MALTA AND

CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse

approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug.

• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with

the fuse cover omitted.

• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the

plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the correct lead.

Federal Communications

Commission (FCC)

Supplier’s Declaration of

Conformity (For U.S.A.

Only)

Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation

200 Crossing Boulevard P.O. Box 6911 Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700

• 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 authorized Brother dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Important

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).

declares that the product

Product Name: Model Number:

This device 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

Brother Embroidery Machine XE1

For Users in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Wireless LAN (Models with

Wireless LAN function

only)

This machine supports wireless interface. Frequency band(s): 2400-2483.5 MHz Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the frequency band(s): Less than 20 dBm(e.i.r.p)

For Users in Norway

This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund on Svalbard.

For Users in Mexico

The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause

harmful interference, and

(2) this equipment or device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Declaration of Conformity

(Europe and Turkey only)

We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that this product is in conformity with the essential requirements of all relevant directives and regulations applied within the European Community.

The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded from Brother Solutions Center. Visit http://s.brother/cpeab/

 click “Manuals”  select your model  click “Declaration of Conformity”  click “Download”

Your Declaration will be downloaded as a PDF file.

and:

Dette underavsnittet gjelder ikke for det geografiske området innenfor en radius av 20 km fra sentrum av Ny-Ålesund på Svalbard.

For Users in Thailand

This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC technical requirement.

Declaration of Conformity

for RE Directive 2014/53/

EU (CENELEC and Turkey

only)

(Applicable to models with

radio interfaces)

We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in conformity with the provisions of the RE Directive 2014/53/ EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded by following the instructions in the Declaration of Conformity (Europe and Turkey only) section.

IMPORTANT-PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

This Terms of Use (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement between Brother Industries, Ltd. (“Company”) and you that governs your use of any Software, installed on or made available by Company for use with sewing or craft products (“Company Product”). The term of “Software” means any and all contents data, design data, data format, firmware of Company Product, and PC application or mobile device application.

By using the Software and Company Product, you shall be deemed to have agreed to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this Agreement, Company is unwilling to license the Software and you are not allowed to use the Software. Amendments and supplements to this Agreement may be attached to the Software.

An individual who accepts this Agreement on behalf of an entity represents to Company that he or she has the legal right to enter into a binding legal agreement for that entity.

Terms and Conditions

1 Grant of License.

1.1 Subject to this Agreement, Company hereby grants you a personal, non-exclusive, nontransferable and revocable license to use the Software only within the Company Product.

1.2 Your right to use of the Software is licensed and not sold, and solely for your use subject to this Agreement. Company or its suppliers retains all right, title, and interest relating to Software, including without limitation all intellectual property rights relating thereto.

2 Restrictions

2.1 Except as expressly set out in this Agreement or as required by any local law, you shall undertake:

2.1.1 not to disassemble, de-compile, reverse

engineer, translate or otherwise attempt to learn the source code of the Software (including the data or contents created by using the Company Product or contents editing application software; hereinafter the same shall apply in this Clause 2.);

2.1.2 not to create derivative works based on

the whole or any part of the Software;

2.1.3 not to distribute, provide or make

available the Software in any form, in whole or in part to any person without prior written consent from Company;

2.1.4 not to copy the Software, except where

such copying is incidental to normal use of the Software with Company Product or where it is necessary for the purpose of back-up or operational security;

2.1.5 not to transfer, rent, lease, sub-license,

loan, translate, merge, adapt, vary, alter or modify, the whole or any part of the Software nor permit the Software or any

part of it to be combined with, or become incorporated in, any other programs;

2.1.6 to include Company’s copyright notice and this Agreement on all entire and partial copies of the Software; and

2.1.7 not to use the Software for any purpose (including, but not limited to, use with unauthorized sewing/craft products or software) other than as provided under Clause 1 of this Agreement.

3No warranty

TO THE EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED TO YOU “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. COMPANY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT AND/OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

4 Limitation of liability

4.1 COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU, ITS END-USERS OR ANY OTHER ENTITY FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR INCOME OR SAVINGS, LOSS OF DATA, INTERRUPTION OF USE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR INDIRECT DAMAGES INCURRED BY SUCH PARTY (WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR TORT), EVEN IF COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SOFTWARE, SUPPORT SERVICE OR THIS AGREEMENT. THESE LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.

4.2 NOTWITHSTANDING THE CLAUSE 3 OR 4.1 HEREOF, THIS AGREEMENT DOES NOT PURPORT TO EXCLUDE OR RESTRICT COMPANY’S LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING FROM NEGLIGENCE OR LIMIT THE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER.

5Termination

5.1 Company shall have the right to terminate this Agreement at any time by providing a written notice to you if you commit a material breach of any terms of this Agreement and fail to immediately rectify such breach upon Company’s request.

5.2 Upon termination for any reason all rights granted to you under this Agreement shall cease, you shall cease all activities authorized by this Agreement and you shall immediately delete or remove the Software from all computer equipment in your possession and delete or destroy all copies of the Software or its derivative works in your possession. In addition to the above, you shall delete contents

or design data created by you from the Company Product in your possession.

6 Miscellaneous terms

6.1 You shall not export or re-export the Software or any copy or adaptation thereof in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.

6.2 You shall not assign all or any part of this Agreement to any third party or any interest therein, without prior written consent of Company. A change of control or reorganization of you pursuant to a merger, sale of assets or stock shall be deemed to be an assignment under this Agreement.

6.3 You agree that a breach of this Agreement will cause irreparable injury to Company for which monetary damages would not be an adequate remedy and Company shall be entitled to seek equitable relief in addition to any remedies it may have hereunder or at law without a bond, other security, or proof of damages.

6.4 If any provisions of this Agreement shall be declared or determined as void or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provisions shall be severable and independent from the other provisions of this Agreement and the validity of the other provisions and of the entire Agreement shall not be affected thereby.

6.5 This Agreement, together with all exhibits or other attachments referenced herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties on the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all proposals, oral and written, between the parties on this subject.

6.6 If Company fails to insist that you perform any of your obligations under this Agreement, or if Company does not enforce any rights against you, or if Company delay in doing so, that will not mean that Company have waived any rights against you and will not mean that you do not have to comply with those obligations. If Company does waive a default by you, Company will only do so in writing, and that will not mean that Company will automatically waive any later default by you.

6.7 The laws of the state or country where you live (or, if a business, where your principal place of business is located) govern all claims and disputes concerning the Software or this Agreement.

TRADEMARKS

Secure Digital (SD) Card is a registered trademark or a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. CompactFlash is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sandisk Corporation. Memory Stick is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sony Corporation. SmartMedia is a registered trademark or a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. MultiMediaCard (MMC) is a registered trademark or a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG. xD-Picture Card is a registered trademark or a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd. This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs.

Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.

OPEN SOURCE LICENSING REMARKS

This product includes open-source software. To see the open source licensing remarks, please go to the manual download section on your model’s home page of Brother Solutions Center at “ http://s.brother/cpeab/

”.

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Getting Ready 9

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS.............................. 10

Included Accessories ........................................................... 11

Accessories that are Included in Some Countries or

Regions................................................................................ 12

Options................................................................................ 13

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF .................. 14

LCD SCREEN ...................................................... 15

Using the Machine Settings Key ........................................... 16

Using the Machine Help...................................................... 19

WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION

FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 20

Enabling a Wireless Network Connection ............................ 20

Setting Up the Wireless Network Connection ...................... 21

CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE

MACHINE .......................................................... 23

Using a USB Mouse (Sold Separately) .................................. 23

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN.............. 23

Winding the Bobbin............................................................. 23

Setting the Bobbin................................................................ 26

UPPER THREADING .......................................... 28

Upper Threading.................................................................. 28

CHANGING THE NEEDLE.................................. 30

Chapter 2 Basic Embroidery 33

BEFORE EMBROIDERING .................................. 34

Embroidery Step by Step ...................................................... 34

About the Embroidery Unit .................................................. 34

SELECTING PATTERNS....................................... 36

Selecting Embroidery Patterns.............................................. 36

Selecting Character Patterns................................................. 38

Selecting Frame Patterns ...................................................... 39

Combining Patterns.............................................................. 40

EDITING PATTERNS .......................................... 42

Previewing the Pattern ......................................................... 44

Changing the Size and the Density of the Pattern ................. 44

Creating Repeated Patterns .................................................. 45

Embroidering the Pattern Repeatedly ................................... 47

EDITING COLORS ............................................. 49

Changing the Thread Color .................................................. 49

Finding New Color Schemes with

the Color Shuffling Function ................................................ 50

Thread Color Sorting............................................................ 52

VIEWING THE EMBROIDERY SCREEN .............. 53

PREPARING THE FABRIC ................................... 55

Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric ............ 55

Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ....................... 56

ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME........... 58

CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION.......... 59

Checking the Needle Drop Point with

the Embroidery Foot “W+” with LED Pointer........................ 59

Displaying a Background Image ........................................... 60

Checking the Pattern Position .............................................. 61

EMBROIDERING A PATTERN ............................ 62

Embroidering Attractive Finishes.......................................... 62

Embroidering Patterns .......................................................... 63

Using Appliqués .................................................................. 64

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY

PROCESS ............................................................. 66

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Runs out of Thread

During Embroidering ........................................................... 66

Resuming Embroidery after Turning off the Power................ 67

Chapter 3 Advanced Embroidery 69

VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS ......... 70

Basting Embroidery .............................................................. 70

Creating an Appliqué Piece.................................................. 70

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS........... 73

Adjusting Thread Tension..................................................... 73

Adjusting the Bobbin Case (with No Color on

the Screw) ............................................................................ 75

Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function

(End Color Trim)................................................................... 76

Using the Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim) ...... 76

Adjusting the Embroidery Speed........................................... 77

Changing the Thread Color Display...................................... 77

Aligning the Pattern and the Needle ..................................... 77

Embroidering Linked Characters........................................... 78

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ................... 80

Saving Embroidery Patterns .................................................. 80

Retrieving Embroidery Patterns............................................. 80

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS .......................... 81

Using a Frame Pattern To Make an Appliqué........................ 81

Embroidering Split Embroidery Patterns................................ 82

Chapter 4 My Design Center 85

ABOUT MY DESIGN CENTER............................ 86

PATTERN DRAWING SCREEN........................... 86

Before Creating Designs ....................................................... 88

Drawing Lines...................................................................... 88

Drawing Regions.................................................................. 89

Using the Stamp Key ............................................................ 90

Using the Erase Key.............................................................. 91

Using the Select Key............................................................. 91

STITCH SETTINGS SCREEN ............................... 92

Specifying Individual Stitch Settings ..................................... 92

Specifying Global Stitch Settings .......................................... 93

Loading the Background Image ............................................ 94

LINE CONVERSION........................................... 95

Create a Pattern with Line Conversion.................................. 95

ILLUSTRATION CONVERSION ......................... 97

Create a Pattern with Illustration Conversion ........................ 97

STIPPLING ......................................................... 99

Basic Stippling with My Design Center................................. 99

Decorative Stitching around a Pattern in Embroidery

(a Quilting Function) .......................................................... 101

Chapter 5 Appendix 105

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................ 106

Restrictions on Oiling......................................................... 106

Precautions on Storing the Machine ................................... 106

Cleaning the Race ............................................................. 106

Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area ...................... 107

Changing Embroidery Foot “W+” with LED Pointer ............ 107

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN ............................... 108

Touch Panel is Malfunctioning ........................................... 108

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................... 109

Untangling Thread from beneath the Bobbin

Winder Seat ....................................................................... 109

List of Symptoms ................................................................ 110

ERROR MESSAGES........................................... 113

SPECIFICATIONS............................................. 116

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S

SOFTWARE ...................................................... 118

INDEX.............................................................. 119

CONTENTS

Chapter 1

Getting Ready

Be sure to install the latest software.

Refer to “UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE” on page 118. http://s.brother/cpeab/

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS

■ Main Parts

■ Needle and Presser Foot Section

1 Screw for embroidery foot (page 108) 2 Embroidery foot

The embroidery foot helps control fabric flexibility for better stitch consistency.

3 Bobbin cover (page 26) 4 Needle plate cover (page 27) 5 Needle plate (page 107) 6 Needle bar thread guide (page 29) 7 Needle clamp screw (page 31)

■ Operation Buttons

1 Top cover 2 Pretension disk (page 24) 3 Thread guide for bobbin winding (page 24) 4 Spool pin (page 25) 5 Spool cap (page 23) 6 Supplemental spool pin (page 23) 7 Bobbin winder (page 23) 8 LCD (liquid crystal display) (page 15) 9 Speaker 0 Operation buttons (page 10) A Embroidery unit (page 35) B Thread cutter (page 29) C Thread guide plate (page 25) D Connector for the presser foot (page 108) E Handle

Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

F Presser foot lever

You cannot use the presser foot lever after the presser foot has

been raised using (Presser foot lifter button).

G Air vent

The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used.

H Main power switch (page 14) I Power cord receptacle (page 14) J USB port for mouse (page 23) K USB port L Handwheel

Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle.

1 “Start/Stop” button

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop the machine. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode.

Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is

embroidering.

Red: The machine is not ready to start

embroidering.

2 Needle position button

Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle position. Pressing the button twice embroiders a single stitch.

3 Thread cutter button

Press the thread cutter button after embroidering to trim the excess thread.

4 Presser foot lifter button

Press the presser foot lifter button to lower the presser foot and apply pressure to the fabric. Press this button again to raise the presser foot.

5 Automatic threading button

Use the automatic threading button to automatically thread the needle.

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS

W+

Included Accessories

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

Part Name

Part Code

Embroidery foot “W+” with LED pointer (on machine)

SA197 (U.S.A.) / SA197C (Canada) FLED1: XF4168-001 (Europe) FLED1AP: 115C05E700W (other areas)

Needle set 75/11 6 needles: Ball point needle for embroidery

XC6469-001

Bobbin × 10 (One bobbin is in machine.)

SA156 (Americas) SFB: XA5539-151 / 115J05E0001 (Europe) SFB: 115J05E7001 (other areas)

Part Name

Part Code

Spool cap (small)

130013-154

Getting Ready

Spool cap (medium) × 2 (One spool cap is on machine.)

X55260-153

Spool cap (large)

130012-054

Thread spool insert (mini king thread spool)

XA5752-121

Vertical spool pin

Seam ripper

XF4967-001

Scissors

XF2052-001

Cleaning brush

X59476-051

Screwdriver (small)

X55468-051

Screwdriver (large)

XC4237-021

Disc-shaped screwdriver

XC8619-052

Spool felt (on machine)

X57045-051

Spool net × 2

XA5523-050

Embroidery needle plate cover

XE5131-001

Touch pen (stylus)

XA9940-051

Bobbin case (no color on the screw) (on machine)

XF5790-101

XC1074-051

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS

Memo

Part Name

Part Code

Bobbin cover (on machine)

XE8992-101

Accessory bag

XC4487-021

Embroidery frame with decal set H 36 cm × W 24 cm (H 14 inches × W 9-1/2 inches)

SA449S (Americas) EF95S: XH4465-001 / 115D05E0017 (Europe) EF95SAP: 115D05E7017 (other areas)

Embroidery frame with decal set H 18cm × H 13cm (H 7 inches × W 5 inches)

SA439S (Americas) EF75S: XH4464-001 / 115D05E0016 (Europe) EF75SAP: 115D05E7016 (other areas)

Embroidery bobbin thread (#90, white)

EBT-PE (Americas) EBT-PEN: XC5996-101 (Europe) EBT-PEN: 115G05E7002 (other areas)

Accessories that are Included in Some Countries or Regions

If these accessories are not included with your machine, these are available as optional accessories.

Part Name

Part Code

Embroidery frame with decal set H 10 cm × W 10 cm (H 4 inches × W 4 inches)

SA438S (Americas) EF74S: XH4463-001 / 115D05E0015 (Europe) EF74SAP: 115D05E7015 (other areas)

Bobbin center pin and instruction sheet

XF5048-001

Stabilizer material

SA519 (Americas) BM3: XG6683-001 / 115Z05E0007 (Europe) BM3: XE0806-001/ BM3CN: 115Z05E6007 (other areas)

Bobbin clip × 10

XE3060-001

Embroidery positioning sticker sheets × 4

SAEPS2 (U.S.A.) / SAEPS2C (Canada) EPS2: XG6749-001 / 115Z05E000E (Europe) EPS2: XF0763-001/ EPS2CN: 115Z05E600E (other areas)

Lens calibration sheet

XH4336-001

Operation Manual

This manual

Quick Reference Guide

XH3875-001 (Americas) XH3951-001 (other areas)

• Placing bobbin clips on bobbins helps prevent the thread from unwinding from the bobbin. In addition, snapping bobbin clips together allows the bobbins to be conveniently stored and prevents them from rolling around if they are dropped.

• The screw for the embroidery foot is available through your authorized Brother dealer (Part code XA5904-051).

• Please visit “ http://s.brother/cpeab/

” to download

documents.

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS

Memo

Options

The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately from your authorized Brother dealer.

* These embroidery frames can be used for general

embroidery but cannot be used with the application (My Design Snap).

Part Name

Part Code

Embroidery frame set H 30 cm × W 20 cm (H 12 inches × W 8 inches)

SA447 (Americas) EF92: XG6717-001 (Europe) EF92: 115D05E700Z (other areas)

Embroidery frame with decal set H 24 cm × W 24 cm (H 9-1/2 inches × W 9-1/2 inches)

SA450S (Americas) EF97S: XH4466-001 / 115D05E0018 (Europe) EF97SAP: 115D05E7018 (other areas)

Embroidery frame set H 20 cm × W 20 cm (H 8 inches × W 8 inches)

SA446 (U.S.A.) / SA446C (Canada) EF91: XG6715-001 (Europe) EF91: XE5068-101 (other areas)

Embroidery frame set H 15 cm × W 15 cm (H 6 inches × W 6 inches)

SA448 (U.S.A.) / SA448C (Canada) SEF150: XG6761-001 (Europe) SFE150: 115D05E700E (other areas)

Embroidery frame set H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches)

SA437 (Americas) EF73: XG6663-001 (Europe) EF73 / EF73CN (other areas)

Border embroidery frame H 30 cm × W 10 cm (H 12 inches × W 4 inches)

SABF6200D1 (U.S.A.) / SABF6200D1C (Canada) BF3: XG6763-001 (Europe) BF3: XF4170-001/115D05E700N (other areas)

Part Name

Part Code

10 spool stand

SA561 (U.S.A.) / SA561C (Canada) TS5: XG6765-001 (Europe) TS5: 115L05E7003 (other areas)

Spool stand

SA562 (U.S.A.) / SA562C (Canada) TS6: XF4180-001 (Europe) TS6: 115L05E7002 (other areas)

Stabilizer material

SA519 (Americas) BM3: XG6683-001 / 115Z05E0007 (Europe) BM3: XE0806-001/ BM3CN: 115Z05E6007 (other areas)

Water soluble stabilizer

SA520 (Americas) BM5: XG6681-001 (Europe) BM5: XE0615-001/ BM5CN: 115Z05E600J (other areas)

USB mouse

XE5334-101

• To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your authorized Brother dealer or visit our site “ http://s.brother/cpeab/ ”.

• All specifications are correct at the time of printing. Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice.

• Visit your nearest authorized Brother dealer or our site “ http://s.brother/cpeab/

” for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

• Always use accessories recommended for this machine.

Getting Ready

Embroidery foot “W”

XF4012-001

Multi-purpose screwdriver

SAMDRIVER1 (U.S.A.) / SAMDRIVER1C (Canada) MDRIVER1: XG1298-001 / 115Z05E0003 (Europe) MDRIVER1AP: 115Z05E7003 (other areas)

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

WARNING

CAUTION

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TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

• Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.

• Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power cord receptacle on the machine. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may result.

• Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.

• Turn the main power to OFF and remove the plug in the following circumstances:

• When you are away from the machine

• After using the machine

• When the power fails during use

• When the machine does not operate correctly

due to a bad connection or a disconnection

• During electrical storms

•(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 in a polarized electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the electrical outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper electrical outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Insert the power supply cord into the power cord

receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.

1 Main power switch 2 Power supply cord

• Use only the power cord included with this machine.

• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.

• When unplugging the machine, always turn the main power to OFF first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord, or cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized Brother dealer for repairs before continuing use.

• Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise, a fire may result.

Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the

machine.

• The light, LCD and the “Start/Stop” button light up when the machine is turned on. The machine will make a sound. This is not a malfunction.

When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is

played. Press anywhere on the screen.

Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn off the

machine.

■ Setting Your Machine for the First Time

When you first turn on the machine, set the language and time/date to your language and local time/date.

Press and to set your local language and then

press .

LCD SCREEN

Note

CAUTION

3 4 5 6 7 8

The message screen, confirming if you want to set

time/date, appears. Press .

Press or to set time/date.

1 Select [ON] to display time/date on the screen.

2 Press or to select the date display format. 3 Set the year (YYYY), month (MM) and date (DD).

4 Select whether 24h or 12h setting will display. 5 Set the current time.

Press to set.

 The clock starts from 0 second of the time you set.

• The time/date you set may be cleared, if you don't turn on the machine for an extended period of time.

■ Home Page Screen

No.

1 Select an embroidery pattern. 34

2 Create an original embroidery

Display

Explanation Page

Name

Embroidery key

pattern.

Getting Ready

LCD SCREEN

Touch the LCD screen or a key with your finger or the included touch pen to select a machine function.

• Only touch the screen with your finger or the touch pen (stylus) included with the machine. Do not use a mechanical pencil, screwdriver or any other hard or sharp object. In addition, do not press the screen with extreme pressure. Otherwise the screen may be damaged.

• All or part of the screen may sometimes become darker or lighter due to changes in the surrounding temperature or other changes in the environment. This is not a sign of a malfunction. If the screen is difficult to read, adjust its brightness.

My Design Center key

3 Shows the machine’s signal

Wireless LAN key

4 Change the needle stop position,

Machine settings key

5 See explanations on how to use

Machine help key

6 Press this key before changing the

Presser foot/ Needle exchange key

7 Lock the screen. When the screen

Screen lock key

8 Return to the home page screen at

Home page screen key

9 Set the time/date. 14

Time/Date key

strength. Press this key to specify the wireless settings.

adjust the pattern or screen, and change other machine settings.

the machine. You can see the tutorial videos and also MP4 movie files that you have saved on USB media.

needle, the presser foot, etc. This key locks all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine. Press this key again to unlock the settings.

is locked, can still embroider, but cannot change any of the screen functions. Press this key again to unlock the screen.

any time and select a different mode ([Embroidery] or [My Design Center]).

17, 20

26, 30

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LCD SCREEN

Note

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B C

CAUTION

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E F

Using the Machine Settings Key

Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To display the different settings screens,

press for “General settings”, for

“Embroidery settings” or for “Wireless LAN settings”.

• The machine default setting is highlighted.

• Press or to display a different settings screen.

■ General Settings

• When [Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor] is set to [OFF], the machine cannot detect tangled upper thread. Continuing to use the machine with tangled thread may cause damage.

1 Select the needle stop position (the needle position

when the machine is not operating) to be up or down.

2 Select the operation of the (Needle position

button) from the following two sequences.

Each press of the (Needle position button): [ON] : Switches the needle position between being

raised, stopped immediately before entering the fabric, or lowered. [OFF] : Switches the needle position between being raised or lowered.

3 Select the shape of the pointer when a USB mouse is

used.

4 Turn both the upper and bobbin thread sensors [ON] or

[OFF]. If it is turned [OFF], the machine can be used without thread.

5 Select the speaker volume. Increase the number for

louder volume, decrease for softer volume.

6 Select the brightness of the work area lights. 7 Select the screen display brightness. 8 You can save the current settings screen image in a USB

media by pressing this button when the USB media is inserted into the USB port. The files are saved in a folder labeled [bPocket].

9 Reset settings on this page to original default. Some

settings are not reset.

0 Set the [Eco Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode] to

save the machine power (page 17).

A Select the length of time until the screen saver appears. B Select the image of the screen saver (page 18). C Select the initial screen that is displayed when the

machine is turned on.

D Select the display language. E Shows the service count which is a reminder to take your

machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized Brother dealer for details.)

F Shows the total number of stitches embroidered on this

machine.

G Shows the internal machine number for this machine. H Shows the program version.

• Install the latest software. Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at “ http://s.brother/ cpeab/ ” for available updates (page 118).

LCD SCREEN

2 3

Note

5 6

2 3

7 8

■ Embroidery Settings

■ Wireless LAN Settings

Getting Ready

1 Enable/Disable the wireless LAN function (page 20). 2 Shows the connected SSID. 3 Set the machine to connect wireless LAN function. 4 Shows the machine name used on the wireless network.

This name is used when transferring files from the machine to the embroidery editing software (PE-DESIGN

11).

5 Change the machine name used on the wireless

network.

6 Check the wireless LAN status. 7 Display other menus. 8 Reset network operations. 9 Display the introduction to the application.

1 Select the embroidery frame to be used. 2 Select the center point marker or grid lines. 3 Select the thread color display on the embroidery

screen; thread number, color name. (page 77)

4 Select the thread brand of the thread color display.

(page 77)

5 Adjust the maximum embroidery speed (page 77). 6 Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering

(page 74).

7 Select the height of the embroidery foot during

embroidering (page 55).

8 Select the display units for embroidering (mm/inch). 9 Select the color of the background for the embroidery

display area.

0 Select the color of the background for the thumbnail

area.

A Select the size of pattern thumbnails. B Adjust the distance between the pattern and the basting

stitching. (page 70)

C Adjust the distance between the appliqué pattern and

the outline (page 70).

D Adjust the position and brightness of the embroidery foot

“W” with LED pointer (this setting is available if embroidery foot “W” with LED pointer has been attached.) (page 59)

■ Setting the [Eco Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode]

You can save the machine power by setting the [Eco Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode]. If you leave the machine turned on without using it for the set period of time, the machine enters in each mode. Press

to display [Eco Mode] and [Shutoff Support Mode].

(page 16) [Eco Mode];

Machine will enter a sleep mode after the set period of time. Touch the screen or press the “Start/Stop” button to continue operating.

[Shutoff Support Mode]; Machine will enter the lower power mode after the set period of time. Turn the machine off and then back on to restart operating.

• If you turn off the machine while the machine is in the [Eco Mode] or the [Shutoff Support Mode], wait for about 5 seconds before turning on the machine again.

LCD SCREEN

■ Changing the Screen Saver Image

Instead of the default image, you can select your own personal images for the screen saver of your machine. Before changing the screen saver image, prepare the image on USB media. For details on compatible image files, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 116.

Press .

 The settings screen appears.

Press .

 The general settings screen appears.

Display [Screen Saver] in the general settings screen.

Press in [Screen Saver].

Select the device that is connected.

 A list of your personal images appears on the screen. * : Delete the selected image.

* : Return to the previous page.

Select a file name and then press .

Press .

Connect the USB media that contains your personal

image to the USB port of the machine.

Press to select the first image.

 The selected image is stored on your machine. * : Return to the previous page.

Repeat steps g through i to set the remaining

images.

Press to return to the original screen.

Using the Machine Help

2 4 6

3 5

Note

2 3 4 5

8 7 6

Press to display the machine help screen. Functions are available from the screen shown below.

1 Explanation for upper threading, winding the bobbin,

preparing to embroider a pattern, and how to use the machine (page 19)

2 Tutorial videos or MPEG-4 (MP4) videos (page 19,

page 20)

3 Introduction to the application

Select the category and the tutorial video.

1 Category 2 Tutorial video

Play the tutorial video.

LCD SCREEN

Getting Ready

■ Using the Operation Guide Function

Press to display the screen shown below. Categories are displayed at the top of the screen.

Press a key to see more information about that category. Some of the functions are described in the movies. Watch these movies for a better understanding of the functions.

1 Information about the main parts of the machine and

their functions

2 Information about the operation buttons 3 Information about threading the machine, changing

needles, etc.

4 Information about attaching the embroidery unit,

preparing fabric for embroidering, etc.

5 Information about troubleshooting 6 Information about cleaning the machine, etc.

■ Playing a Tutorial Video

This machine provides tutorial videos on how to use the machine.

Press .

1 Number of seconds elapsed/Total number of seconds 2 Repeat 3 Return to beginning 4 Skip back 10 seconds 5 Play 6 Skip forward 10 seconds 7 Stop 8 Pause 9 Save to machine (when playing from USB media).

A video can be saved to (favorites) of the machine, from where it can be played.

When playing from the machine’s memory,

changes to . Press to delete the video.

• The specifications shown in the movie may differ from the ones on the actual product, in details.

Press .

After you are finished playing the video, press .

WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS

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Note

1 2 3 4

■ Playing MPEG-4 (MP4) Videos

Your MP4 videos can be played from USB media. In addition, the MP4 video can be saved to the machine so that a tutorial video on creating a project, for example, can be viewed at any time. For details on supported file extensions, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 116.

• Some type of MP4 file cannot be played with the machine.

Press .

Select the device where the video is saved.

WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS

This machine supports a wireless network connection. Using this function, an embroidery pattern edited in embroidery editing software (PE-DESIGN 11) with wireless transfer functions can be transferred to the machine from a computer. Embroidery patterns can be transferred from the machine to the embroidery editing software. The machine and computer must be connected to the same network. For detailed procedures, refer to the manual for the embroidery editing software. The wireless network must be set up and enabled to use the special application to transfer images to the embroidery machine.

1 Tutorial videos 2 Videos saved on the machine (favorites) 3 Videos from USB media plugged into the USB port 4 Videos from USB media plugged into the USB port for

mouse

Select the video that you want to play.

• Long file names may be shortened when they are displayed.

Play the video.

* Use the operation keys as described in “Playing a

Tutorial Video” on page 19.

After you are finished playing the video, press .

Enabling a Wireless Network Connection

The machine can be connected to your wireless network.

Press .

Set [Wireless LAN Enable] to [ON].

 The machine begins to emit the wireless network

signal.

WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS

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■ Requirements for a Wireless Network Connection

The wireless network connection complies with IEEE

802.11 n/g/b standards and uses the 2.4 GHz frequency.

• A wireless network cannot be set up with WPA/ WPA2 Enterprise.

Setting Up the Wireless Network Connection

There are multiple ways to set up the wireless network connection. We recommend the method that uses the wizard on this machine.

■ Using the Wizard to Set Up the Wireless Network Connection

In order to connect your machine to a wireless

network, the security information (SSID and network key) for your home network will be required. The network key may also be called a password, security key or encryption key. First, find your security information and note it.

Press beside the SSID that was noted.

 The screen for entering the network key (password)

appears.

• If the SSID that was noted does not appear in the

list, press .

• If the SSID that was noted is not displayed, specify it as described below.

Getting Ready

SSID Network Key (Password)

• The wireless network connection cannot be set up if you do not have the security information.

• How to find the security information

1 Check the manual provided with your

home network.

2 The default SSID may be the

manufacturer's name or the model name.

3 If you cannot find the security

information, contact the manufacturer of the router, your network administrator or your Internet provider.

Press beside [Wireless LAN Setup Wizard].

1 Select in the list of SSIDs.

2 Enter the desired network SSID, and

then press .

3 Select the authentication method and

encryption mode.

• If the machine had already been connected to the

home network, press , and then select the

saved SSID.

Enter the network key (password) that was noted, and

then press .

 A list of available SSIDs appears.

1 Text input area 2 Character keys 3 Caps key 4 Space key 5 Letters/numbers/symbols key 6 Backspace key (Deletes the character at the cursor's

position.)

7 Cursor keys (Move the cursor to the left or right.)

WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS

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1 2

When the following message appears, press .

 When a connection is established, the following

message appears.

■ Using the [Others] Menu to Set Up the Wireless Network Connection

The [Others] menu contains the following items.

1 TCP/IP settings can be manually entered. 2 Shows the MAC address. 3 Use when proxy settings are required.

Press to exit the setup.

• While connected, the signal strength is indicated by the icon in the upper-left corner of the display.

• Once a wireless network connection has been set up, a connection will be established each time the machine is turned on. However, [Wireless LAN Enable] in the network settings screen must remain set to [ON].

CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE

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Note

CAUTION

CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE

Using a USB Mouse (Sold Separately)

The USB mouse, connected to the machine, can be used to perform a variety of operations in the screens. Connect a USB mouse to the USB port.

• If a mouse other than the optional USB mouse is used, it may not perform as described in this Operation Manual.

1 USB port 2 USB mouse

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN

Winding the Bobbin

• The included bobbin was designed specifically for this machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151 / 115J05E0001, SFB: 115J05E7001). SA156 is Class 15 type bobbin.

■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin

With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during embroidering. While using the main spool pin for embroidery, you can conveniently wind the bobbin using the supplemental spool pin.

Getting Ready

• Only the left mouse button can be used to perform operations. Double-clicking has no effect. No other buttons can be used.

• The mouse pointer does not appear in the screen saver or opening screen.

■ Clicking a Key

When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears on the screen. Move the mouse to position the pointer over the desired key, and then click the left mouse button.

1 Pointer

1 Supplemental spool pin

Turn the main power to ON and open the top cover.

Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the

bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft.

1 Groove in the bobbin 2 Spring on the bobbin winder shaft

Place the spool of thread for the bobbin and the spool

cap onto the supplemental spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the supplemental spool pin so that the thread unwinds to the front from the bottom.

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN

CAUTION

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1 Spool cap (small) 2 Spool (cross-wound

thread)

3 Space

1 Thread spool insert

(mini king thread spool)

2 1.2 cm (approx. 1/2

inch)

3 7.5 cm (approx. 3

inches)

Note

CAUTION

Otherwise the thread may become tangled around the supplemental spool pin.

1 The thread unwinds to the front from the bottom.

Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible

to the right, with the rounded side on the left.

• If the spool or the spool cap is not installed correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin, causing the needle to break.

• Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the machine may be damaged. When using mini king thread spool, use the thread spool insert (mini king thread spool). For details on thread spool insert (mini king thread spool), refer to “Memo” on page 24.

With your right hand, hold the thread near the thread

spool. With your left hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to pass the thread through the thread guide.

1 Thread guide

Pass the thread around the pretension disk making sure

that the thread is under the pretension disk.

1 Pretension disk

 Make sure that the thread passes under the

pretension disk.

2 Pretension disk 3 Pull it in as far as possible.

Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5 or 6

times, pass the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to cut it.

• When using the spool as shown below, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.

• If a spool of thread whose core is 1.2 cm (approx. 1/2 inch) in diameter and 7.5 cm (approx. 3 inches) high is inserted onto the spool pin, use the thread spool insert (mini king thread spool).

1 Guide slit in bobbin winder seat

(with built-in cutter)

• Be sure to wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin, otherwise the thread may become wrapped around the bobbin winder shaft.

• Be sure to cut the thread as described. If the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out.

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN

Note

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Set the bobbin winding switch to the left, until it clicks

into place.

1 Bobbin winding switch

 The bobbin winding window appears.

Press .

 Bobbin winding starts. The bobbin stops rotating

when bobbin winding is completed. The bobbin winding switch will automatically return to its original position.

 changes to while the bobbin is

winding.

 You can change the winding speed by pressing

■ Using the Spool Pin

You can use the main spool pin to wind the bobbin before embroidering. You cannot use this spool pin to wind the bobbin while embroidering.

Turn the main power to ON and open the top cover.

Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the

bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft.

Getting Ready

(to decrease) or (to increase) in the bobbin winding window.

• The sound of winding the bobbin with stiff thread, such as metallic thread for quilting, may be different from the one produced when winding normal thread; however, this is not a sign of a malfunction.

• Press to minimize the bobbin winding window. Then, you can perform other operations,

such as selecting a pattern or adjusting the thread tension, while the bobbin is being wound.

• Press (in top right of the LCD screen) to display the bobbin winding window again.

After bobbin winding is finished, cut the thread with

scissors and remove the bobbin.

1 Groove in the bobbin 2 Spring on the bobbin winder shaft

Remove the spool cap and place the spool of thread for

the bobbin onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread unwinds to the front from the bottom.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 Spool of thread 4 Spool felt

Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible

to the right, with the rounded side on the left.

While holding the thread with both hands, pass the

thread through grooves of the thread guide plate.

1 Thread guide plate

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN

CAUTION

Pass the thread through the thread guide.

1 Thread guide

Pass the thread around the pretension disk making sure

that the thread is under the pretension disk.

Pull the thread as far as possible.

1 Pretension disk 2 Thread guide

Follow steps g through j on page 24 through

page 25.

Setting the Bobbin

• Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

• Before inserting or changing the bobbin, be

sure to press in the LCD to lock all keys and buttons. Otherwise injuries may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts embroidering.

Press to lock all keys and buttons and raise the

presser foot.

* If the message [OK to automatically lower the

presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, press

to continue.

Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right and remove

the bobbin cover.

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that the

thread unwinds to the left.

WINDING/INSTALLING THE BOBBIN

CAUTION

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Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right hand

(1), and then guide the end of the thread around the tab of the needle plate cover with your left hand (2).

1 Tab

• Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your finger and unwind the bobbin thread correctly, otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right

hand (1), guide the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover (2) and lightly pull it with your left hand (3).

Reattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab of the bobbin cover into the notch of the needle plate cover, and then lightly press down on the right side.

Press to unlock all keys and buttons.

Getting Ready

• By guiding the thread around the tab of the needle

plate cover, passing the thread as shown by 2 in this illustration, then lightly pulling the thread at 3, the thread will enter the tension spring of the bobbin case to apply the appropriate tension to the bobbin thread during embroidering.

While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right

hand (1), continue guiding the thread through the slit with your left hand (2). Then, cut the thread with the cutter (3).

• Be sure to complete the bobbin threading correctly according to these instructions. If the thread is simply placed in the slit in the needle plate cover, the bobbin thread will not be correctly threaded, resulting in poor embroidering performance or incorrect thread tension.

UPPER THREADING

CAUTION

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CAUTION

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UPPER THREADING

Upper Threading

• Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper threading can cause the thread to tangle and break the needle, leading to injury.

• The automatic threading function can be used with home sewing machine needle size 75/11.

• The following threads are incompatible with the needle threader. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle.

- Speciality threads such as metallic threads

Remove the spool cap and place the spool of thread

onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread unwinds to the front from the bottom.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap 3 Spool of thread 4 Spool felt

Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible

to the right, with the rounded side on the left.

• Choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. For more information, refer to “Memo” on page 24.

Turn the main power to ON.

Press (Presser foot lifter button) to raise the

presser foot.

 The upper thread shutter opens so the machine can

be threaded.

1 Upper thread shutter

Press (Needle position button) to raise the needle.

• If you try to thread the needle automatically without raising the needle, the needle may not be thread correctly and the needle threader may be damaged.

• If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break.

• When using thread that winds off quickly, such as metallic thread, place the spool net over the spool before placing the spool of thread onto the spool pin. If the spool net is too long, fold it to fit the size of the spool. When threading the spool with the spool net on, make sure that about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread is pulled out. It may be necessary to adjust the thread tension when using the spool net.

While holding the thread with both hands, pass the

thread through grooves of the thread guide plate.

1 Thread guide plate

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