Brother PR1000e Operation Manual

Embroidery Machine

Operation Manual

Product Code: 884-T11

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this embroidery machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning,

when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.

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

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when lubricating it or when making any

other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the operation 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.

3Never 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 dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• To avoid electric shock or fire; do not use a damaged power supply plug or loose electrical outlet, and ensure that the power supply plug is fully inserted and secure.

• 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 lift it from the bottom positions. 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.

• While the machine is being transported, be careful not to touch the operation panel, thread guides or any other part, otherwise injuries may result.

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4Always 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.

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

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

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

• 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 sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

• Do not use this machine near an open flame; the movement of the embroidery frame could cause the garment being sewn to catch fire.

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

• While attaching or detaching an embroidery frame or other included accessory or while maintaining the machine, be careful not to hit the machine with your body or any other part of it.

5Special care is required when sewing:

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

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

• While the machine is in operation, keep your hands away from the needle bar case and all moving parts near the needle bar case, otherwise injuries may result.

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

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

6This machine is not a toy:

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

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

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

• Do not use the included scissors or seam ripper in any other way than how they are intended. In addition, when opening a hole with the seam ripper, do not place your hands or fingers in the cutting path, otherwise injuries may result if the seam ripper slips.

• 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.

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7For a longer service life:

• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or

store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.

• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. 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, needle, or

other parts to assure correct installation.

8For repair or adjustment:

• Do not try to disassemble, repair or alter this machine in any way, otherwise a fire, electric

shock or injuries may result.

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

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 interface cable (USB cable) included with this machine. Use only a 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.

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

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FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying

the mark, rating as marked on plug.

• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.

• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of

Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation

100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700

declares that the product Product Name: Brother Embroidery Machine Model Number: PR1000e

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 dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• The included 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 Brother Corporation could void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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License Agreement

The enclosed machine includes data, software and/or documentation (collectively “CONTENT”) that are proprietary products of Brother Industries, Ltd. (“BROTHER”). BY USING THE CONTENT, THE CUSTOMER ACCEPTS THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. BROTHER 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.

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.

• Sell or otherwise distribute the EMBROIDERY created by use of the CONTENT, WHICH

ORIGINALLY BEARS CERTAIN COPYRIGHT NOTICE UNDER THE NAME OF ANY THIRD PARTIES OTHER THAN BROTHER (e.g. “©DISNEY”).

BROTHER retains all rights not expressly granted to CUSTOMER herein.

Nothing in this agreement constitutes a waiver of the rights of BROTHER under any law. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of Japan.

Please direct all inquiries concerning this Agreement in writing by regular mail, to Brother Industries, Ltd., 1-1-1 Kawagishi, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8562, Japan, Attention: P&H company Sales and Marketing Dept.

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Warning Labels

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

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2

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

Label locations

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Memo

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Machine Structure and Features

Ten-needle machine embroidering

Your machine has ten 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, needle bar 6, needle bar 7, needle bar 8, needle bar 9 and needle bar 10.

1 Needle bar 1 2 Needle 1 3 Needle bar case

The machine automatically assigns a thread color to each needle. There are two methods for assigning the thread colors. With the automatic method (default method when the machine is purchased), needles that are already threaded with a color that will be used in the next pattern are assigned to the same thread color based on the needle bar assignments from the previous pattern in order to reduce the number of thread spool changes. For more professional embroidering, using a manual color sequence allows the needle bar assignments to easily be specified manually. Thread color and needle bar combinations can be selected manually to create a menu so that the needle bar assignments can be based on the thread color numbers. (Refer to “Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence)” on page 132.)

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

The thread colors assigned to the needle bars are 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 takeup levers and thread paths, mentioned when threading the upper thread, are different according to their corresponding needle bar number.

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Not all ten 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. The embroidery is sewn and thread is pulled away from the material when thread trimming and when changing thread colors (moving to the different needles to be sewn within the embroidery). When sewing is finished, the machine stops. If the pattern uses eleven 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.

(However, when “Manual needle bar sequences” is set to “ON”, the machine does not automatically stop when a thread spool must be changed. For details, refer to “Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence)” on page 132.)

Differences from single-needle machines

■ Can sew embroidery patterns using ten 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 ten or less colors. If total colors are less than ten colors, and if total color change is more than eleven 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 eleven 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 a 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 10 needle embroidery 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 manually as well as with the camera positioning function 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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■ Easy-to-read and easy-to-

Other features

use LCD

Equipped with a large

■ Colorful LED lights enhance the embroidery process

The LED spool stands, light up individually to transmit sewing information; when the machine is turned on; similar color of the thread for a specific spool, thread breakage on a specific spool, etc. Unique flashing LED lights bring immediate attention to a spool in question eliminating the need to consult the LCD machine screen regularly.

indicates the spool that needs changing (Appropriate thread color is indicated. For black thread color, LED light turns off.)

indicates the spool that activates thread breakage error

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.

■ 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

OFF

* Confirm the actual thread color number on

the LCD screen. The LED lights indicate the approximate thread color to be used on that particular spool.

sewing error

finished sewing

■ Get a clear image of the needle area with the needle-drop point function

A built-in camera above the needle plate gives a bird’s eye view of the needle area. Touch

to display the camera view on the LCD

screen. It will be much easier to get the accurate needle-drop point. Furthermore, the machine automatically finds the embroidering position by using the included embroidering positioning sticker. (Refer to “Using the built-in camera” on page 103.)

■ For your embroidery business -Link function-

You can send embroidery patterns edited in embroidery editing software provided with the Link function, such as PE-DESIGN NEXT or later, from a computer to an embroidery machine. You can connect 4 machines to a computer at a same time. (Refer to “Sending Embroidery Patterns From a Computer to the Machine (Link Function)” on page 176.)

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.

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■ Expanded thread color display feature enables colors to be displayed as realistic true color

The colors and thread color numbers are stored in 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.

■ Automatic needle-threading mechanism

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

■ USB port available as standard equipment

By connecting a computer to the machine using the included USB cable, embroidery patterns can be transferred from the computer. (Refer to “Computer (USB)” on page 168.)

If the machine is positioned at a distance that prevents the USB cable from reaching the computer, embroidery patterns can be transferred from the computer by temporarily saving them on USB media, which is then connected to the machine. (Refer to “USB media” on page 173.)

■ Moving or threading a selected needle bar at any time

When selecting, editing or embroidering a pattern, any one of the needle bars can be selected at any time to be threaded or moved to the embroidering position.

Touch to open the needle move screen, then select the needle bar number that

you want to move or thread. (Refer to “Moving and threading a selected needle bar” on page 62.)

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■ Embroidery pattern editing

Available features

Designs with a maximum size of 200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W)) can be embroidered. If the optional cap frame is used, embroidery can be sewn on caps.

■ Manual color sequence - More professional use of this machine

If you specify the thread colors used with this machine, or if you use DST files frequently, it would be convenient to use the manual color sequence. (Refer to “Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence)” on page 132.)

■ Availability of various accessories

In addition to the 4 embroidery frames included with the machine, there are 3 optional frames (quilt, border and jumbo) that can be used with the included embroidery frame holder B. An optional cap frame is available for caps. The optional cap frame driver is required for the cap hoop. When a round frame is preferred, there is an optional round frame holder C for the optional round frame. For details on embroidery frames and embroidery frame holders, refer to page 91.

■ Various built-in patterns

Many built-in character patterns, embroidery patterns and frame patterns enable you to start embroidering right after purchasing this machine.

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. Before using the machine, check the procedures described with the numbered titles in the title list on the first page of chapter 2. This shows the sequence of these basic operations.

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 sewing a pattern with eleven or more colors, and other necessary operations, for example, changing 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 71 to 80. For details, refer to the page that is indicated.

By condition

Various possible conditions and the corresponding operations are described on page 81. 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. (Refer to “Using the Machine Operations Guide Key” on page 232.)

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Contents

Introduction .....................................................................................................................1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................1

License Agreement ...........................................................................................................6

Warning Labels.................................................................................................................7

Machine Structure and Features....................................................................................... 8

Ten-needle machine embroidering................................................................................................................ 8

Differences from single-needle machines ......................................................................................................9

Other features .............................................................................................................................................10

Available features........................................................................................................................................12

Manual Structure............................................................................................................ 13

Read before use ..........................................................................................................................................13

Read when additional information is required............................................................................................. 13

Searching for information ............................................................................................................................ 13

GETTING READY 19

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ................................................................20

Front view................................................................................................................................................... 20

Right-side/rear view .................................................................................................................................... 21

Operation panel..........................................................................................................................................21

Accessories .....................................................................................................................22

Included accessories ...................................................................................................................................22

Optional accessories...................................................................................................................................24

Setting Up the Machine ..................................................................................................26

Setup and transporting precautions .............................................................................................................26

Setup location............................................................................................................................................. 27

Setting up the machine................................................................................................................................ 28

Remove the fixing plates .............................................................................................................................29

Adjusting the operation panel position........................................................................................................ 29

Preparing the thread guide assembly ........................................................................................................... 30

Preparing the spool stand ............................................................................................................................ 31

Attaching the embroidery frame holder....................................................................................................... 32

EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL 33

Operating Precautions....................................................................................................34

Power supply precautions ...........................................................................................................................34

Needle precautions.....................................................................................................................................35

Checking the needle ................................................................................................................................... 35

Bobbin precautions .....................................................................................................................................35

Upper thread recommendations .................................................................................................................. 36

Fabric recommendations ............................................................................................................................. 36

Display recommendations........................................................................................................................... 36

Basic Procedures ............................................................................................................37

Installing the Bobbin ......................................................................................................38

Removing the bobbin case .......................................................................................................................... 38

Installing the bobbin ................................................................................................................................... 38

Installing the bobbin case............................................................................................................................ 39

Turning ON the Machine ...............................................................................................40

Understanding the screens .......................................................................................................................... 41

Screen overview.......................................................................................................................................... 42

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ....................................................................................44

Selecting an embroidery pattern.................................................................................................................. 45

Editing the Embroidery Pattern.......................................................................................46

Continuing to the embroidering settings screen........................................................................................... 46

Specifying Embroidering Setting .....................................................................................47

Previewing the Image ..................................................................................................... 48

Checking a preview image.......................................................................................................................... 48

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Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame................................................................. 49

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame ............................................................................................... 49

Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine ...........................................................51

Attaching the embroidery frame.................................................................................................................. 51

Checking the Embroidery Area....................................................................................... 53

Temporarily stopping to check the area ...................................................................................................... 53

Continuing to the embroidering screen ....................................................................................................... 53

Upper Threading ............................................................................................................54

Checking the needle bars and thread colors................................................................................................ 54

Upper threading ......................................................................................................................................... 56

Threading the needle .................................................................................................................................. 60

Sewing the Embroidery................................................................................................... 64

Starting embroidering ................................................................................................................................. 64

Stopping embroidering ............................................................................................................................... 66

Checking the Thread Tension .........................................................................................68

Removing the Embroidery Frame and Fabric..................................................................69

Removing the embroidery frame................................................................................................................. 69

Removing the fabric.................................................................................................................................... 69

Turning OFF the Machine............................................................................................... 70

Screen Quick Reference Guide ...................................................................................... 71

Key displays................................................................................................................................................ 71

Common screen controls ............................................................................................................................ 71

Understanding the pattern type selection screen......................................................................................... 72

Understanding the pattern list screen.......................................................................................................... 73

Understanding the pattern editing screen.................................................................................................... 74

Understanding the embroidering settings screen ......................................................................................... 76

Understanding the embroidering screen ..................................................................................................... 79

When You Have a Question, This May Help You ...........................................................81

TECHNICAL TERMS: .................................................................................................................................. 81

PATTERNS:................................................................................................................................................. 81

EMBROIDERING:....................................................................................................................................... 81

USB connectivity ........................................................................................................................................ 82

USB mouse operation ................................................................................................................................. 84

OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES 87

Changing the Needle ......................................................................................................88

Replacing the needle .................................................................................................................................. 88

Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames......................................................................... 90

Embroidery frame holders........................................................................................................................... 90

When difficult to replace the embroidery frame.......................................................................................... 90

Types of embroidery frames/frame holders and their applications ............................................................... 91

Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric ........................................................... 93

Hooping the Fabric......................................................................................................... 94

Hooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames............................................................. 94

Using the embroidery sheet ........................................................................................................................ 95

Large/small pieces of fabric......................................................................................................................... 96

Embroidery Frame Position and Movement.................................................................... 97

Changing the Embroidering Position .............................................................................. 99

Adjusting the angle................................................................................................................................... 100

Aligning the Embroidering Position ..............................................................................103

Using the built-in camera ......................................................................................................................... 103

Using the included embroidery positioning sticker ................................................................................... 105

Switching the Thread Colors on the Screen.................................................................. 108

Embroidering a Pattern Containing Eleven or More Colors ......................................... 110

Checking if thread spool changes are necessary........................................................................................ 111

Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Eleven or More Colors .......................... 113

Change thread spools message and spool thread indicators ...................................................................... 113

Easily changing the thread spools ............................................................................................................. 114

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering ................. 115

If the upper thread breaks ......................................................................................................................... 115

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If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out...................................................................................................... 117

Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern ........................................ 118

Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine.................................................. 120

Adjusting the Thread Tension ....................................................................................... 122

Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread ................................................................................................ 122

Adjusting the tension of the upper thread ..................................................................................................123

EMBROIDERING SETTINGS 125

Basting Embroidery ......................................................................................................126

Creating an Appliqué Piece ..........................................................................................127

Creating an appliqué piece .......................................................................................................................127

Using a frame pattern for the outline ......................................................................................................... 130

Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence) .... 132

Convenience of the manual color sequence .............................................................................................. 132

Specifying the manual color sequence ...................................................................................................... 132

Using the manual color sequence ............................................................................................................. 133

Precautions on the manual color sequence ...............................................................................................133

Automatic Lock Stitch Setting ......................................................................................134

Starting/Ending Position Settings ..................................................................................135

Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal ...........................................................................................136

Embroidering linked characters.................................................................................................................137

Maximum Sewing Speed Setting...................................................................................139

Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes .............................................................140

Stopping the machine at the next color change ......................................................................................... 140

Specifying pause locations before embroidering........................................................................................ 140

Temporary Needle Bar Setting .....................................................................................142

Uninterrupted embroidering (monochrome) .............................................................................................. 143

Reserved Needle Bar and Sewing Speed Settings.......................................................... 145

SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS 149

Precautions................................................................................................................... 150

Concerning embroidery data..................................................................................................................... 150

Concerning optional embroidery cards ..................................................................................................... 152

Concerning USB media............................................................................................................................. 152

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ..................................................................................153

General pattern selection ..........................................................................................................................153

Embroidery patterns.................................................................................................................................. 154

Frame patterns .......................................................................................................................................... 154

Monogram and frame designs ................................................................................................................... 155

Alphabet patterns...................................................................................................................................... 159

Floral alphabet patterns ............................................................................................................................. 162

Renaissance alphabet patterns................................................................................................................... 163

Appliqué alphabet..................................................................................................................................... 164

Greek alphabet patterns ............................................................................................................................ 165

Embroidery patterns stored in the machine memory.................................................................................. 165

Embroidery cards (optional) ......................................................................................................................166

Computer (USB)........................................................................................................................................ 168

Connecting the USB using the included USB cord clamps ........................................................................ 171

USB media................................................................................................................................................173

Sending Embroidery Patterns From a Computer to the Machine (Link Function) ........ 176

Operations available with the Link function..............................................................................................176

Embroidering using the Link function........................................................................................................ 177

Disabling the Link function ....................................................................................................................... 180

Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) .............................................. 181

Enlarge the pattern image on the screen....................................................................................................181

Combining patterns................................................................................................................................... 181

Selecting the pattern to be edited .............................................................................................................. 182

Moving a pattern....................................................................................................................................... 183

Flipping a pattern horizontally ..................................................................................................................184

Changing the size of a pattern ...................................................................................................................184

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Rotating a pattern ..................................................................................................................................... 185

Changing the text arrangement of a character........................................................................................... 186

Changing the character spacing................................................................................................................ 187

Separating combined character patterns ................................................................................................... 188

Trimming the threads between characters................................................................................................. 189

Changing the thread density (only for selected character and frame patterns)............................................ 189

Specifying multi-color text........................................................................................................................ 190

Changing the colors of the pattern ............................................................................................................ 190

Designing repeated patterns...................................................................................................................... 192

Creating a custom thread table ................................................................................................................. 200

Choosing a color from the custom thread table ......................................................................................... 202

Duplicating a pattern ................................................................................................................................ 203

Editing patterns as a group........................................................................................................................ 204

Deleting a pattern..................................................................................................................................... 204

Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Embroidering Settings Screen) .................................. 205

Rotating the entire pattern......................................................................................................................... 205

Editing a Combined Pattern.......................................................................................... 206

Saving Embroidery Patterns..........................................................................................211

Machine’s memory................................................................................................................................... 211

If the embroidery pattern cannot be saved ................................................................................................ 211

USB media ............................................................................................................................................... 213

Computer (USB)........................................................................................................................................ 214

BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE 217

Using the Settings Key ..................................................................................................218

Understanding the settings screen ............................................................................................................. 218

Changing the display guides ..................................................................................................................... 220

Changing the thread color information ..................................................................................................... 222

Selecting the thread color information for “PES” format data..................................................................... 223

Specifying the thumbnail size ................................................................................................................... 224

Changing the background colors of the embroidery patterns or thumbnails .............................................. 224

Specifying jumpstitch trimming / “DST” jump codes for trimming............................................................. 225

Deleting short stitches............................................................................................................................... 226

Specifying the remaining length of thread................................................................................................. 227

Changing the screen saver settings............................................................................................................ 227

Adjusting the brightness of the sewing light .............................................................................................. 229

Changing the speaker volume................................................................................................................... 229

Specifying the spool stand LED setting ...................................................................................................... 230

Specifying thread sensor ........................................................................................................................... 230

Changing the pointer shape when a USB mouse is used ........................................................................... 231

Changing the units of measurements......................................................................................................... 231

Changing the language ............................................................................................................................. 231

Using the Machine Operations Guide Key ................................................................... 232

APPENDIX 235

Appliqué Sewing........................................................................................................... 236

Sewing appliqué patterns.......................................................................................................................... 236

Using a frame pattern to create appliqués (1)............................................................................................ 237

Using a frame pattern to create appliqués (2)............................................................................................ 238

Sewing Large-size (Split) Embroidery Patterns.............................................................. 240

Helpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine ............................................................ 243

Checking the thread tension of built-in patterns ........................................................................................ 243

Sewing a pattern aligned with a mark on the fabric................................................................................... 244

Color thread table..................................................................................................................................... 246

Colors of Tajima (.dst) embroidery data .................................................................................................... 246

Creating Beautiful Embroidery ..................................................................................... 247

Threads..................................................................................................................................................... 247

Stabilizers (backing).................................................................................................................................. 247

Hooping techniques ................................................................................................................................. 249

Fabric/stabilizer compatibility chart .......................................................................................................... 250

Installing the Included Table ........................................................................................251

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Removing the table................................................................................................................................... 253

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 254

Embroidery Patterns for the Optional Jumbo Frame.....................................................254

Using the Optional Cap Frame ..................................................................................... 258

Cap frame and its accessories....................................................................................................................258

Types of caps ............................................................................................................................................259

Fabric precautions..................................................................................................................................... 260

Preparing to use the cap frame.................................................................................................................. 260

Attaching the cap frame ............................................................................................................................ 266

Installing the embroidery frame holder...................................................................................................... 274

Additional digitizing information............................................................................................................... 275

Using the Optional Bobbin Winder ..............................................................................277

Precautions ...............................................................................................................................................277

Optional bobbin winder and its accessories .............................................................................................. 277

Setting up the optional bobbin winder ......................................................................................................278

Connecting the AC adapter ....................................................................................................................... 278

Winding the bobbin ..................................................................................................................................279

Maintenance................................................................................................................. 282

Cleaning the LCD...................................................................................................................................... 282

Cleaning the machine surface ................................................................................................................... 282

Cleaning the hook .....................................................................................................................................282

Cleaning around the needle plate.............................................................................................................. 283

Cleaning the bobbin case .......................................................................................................................... 284

Cleaning the thread paths of the upper threads.......................................................................................... 285

Oiling the machine ...................................................................................................................................287

About the maintenance message ............................................................................................................... 288

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................289

On-screen troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 289

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................290

Error messages ..........................................................................................................................................298

If the machine does not respond when a key is pressed............................................................................. 307

Specifications ...............................................................................................................308

Embroidery machine specifications........................................................................................................... 308

Upgrading Your Machine’s Software ............................................................................ 309

Upgrade procedure using USB media ....................................................................................................... 309

Upgrade procedure using computer .......................................................................................................... 310

Index ............................................................................................................................311

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GETTING READY

After unpacking the machine, first refer to “Accessories” on page 22, 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 .........................................................20

Front view ........................................................................................................... 20

Right-side/rear view ............................................................................................. 21

Operation panel .................................................................................................. 21

Accessories.............................................................................................................. 22

Included accessories............................................................................................22

Optional accessories............................................................................................24

Setting Up the Machine........................................................................................... 26

Setup and transporting precautions ......................................................................26

Setup location......................................................................................................27

Setting up the machine ........................................................................................ 28

Remove the fixing plates......................................................................................29

Adjusting the operation panel position.................................................................29

Preparing the thread guide assembly....................................................................30

Preparing the spool stand.....................................................................................31

Attaching the embroidery frame holder................................................................32

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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

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1 Thread tension knobs

Adjust the tension of the thread.

2 Needle bar case

Moves to the left and right to move the needle to the embroidering position.

3 Lower thread guide

4 Carriage

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

5 Hook cover/Hook

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

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6 Thread guide A

7 Thread guide B

8 Thread guide C

9 Thread guide D

0 Spool stand

Put 10 thread spools to embroider.

A Operation panel

B Built-in camera

C Embroidery frame holder

D Sewing light

The brightness of the sewing light can be adjusted in the settings screen.

E Table brackets

F Upper thread guide

G Thread guide pins

H Middle thread guide

I Feet

Use the feet to adjust the height of the legs.

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Right-side/rear view

Bottom

1 Primary (top) USB port for media

In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into the USB port.

2 USB port for mouse

3 USB port for computer

In order to import/export patterns between a computer and the machine, plug the USB cable into the USB port.

4 Touch pen holder

Use the touch pen holder to hold the touch pen when not in use.

5 Handwheel

Rotate the handwheel to move the needle up and down. Be sure to rotate the handwheel toward the LCD panel (counterclockwise).

6 Power supply plug

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

7 Main power switch

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

8 Ventilation slots

{).

Operation panel

1 Start/Stop button

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

Lit in red : When the machine cannot

Flashing in green

Lit in green : While the machine is sewing

Off : When the machine is turned

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 Speaker

5 LCD (touch panel)

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

start sewing

:

When the machine can start sewing

off

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Accessories

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

Included accessories

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

Part Name

Part Code

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Accessory case

XC6482-051

Needle set × 2

XC6469-001

Prewound bobbin × 6

XC6368-051

Spool net × 10

S34455-000

Seam ripper

X54243-051

Scissors

XC1807-121

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

Phillips screwdriver

XC6543-051

Standard screwdriver

X55468-051

Allen screwdriver

XC5159-051

Offset screwdriver

XC6545-051

Disc-shaped screwdriver

XC1074-051

Wrench 13 × 10

XC6159-051

Part Name

Part Code

7.

8.

9.

10.

22

Tweezers

XC6542-051

Touch pen

XA9940-051

Needle changing tool (Threader)

XE8362-001

Needle plate spacer

XC6499-151

17.

18.

19.

20.

Oiler

XZ0206-051

Cleaning brush

X59476-051

Weight

XC5974-151

USB cord clamp × 2

XE8396-002

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Part Name

Part Code

21.

22.

23.

Spool mat × 10

XC7134-051

Spool cap × 10

130012-054

USB cable

XD1851-051

24. Embroidery frame (extra-large) 200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

PRPH360 (Americas) PRPH360:XE8421-001 (Other area)

25. Embroidery frame (large) 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

PRH180 (Americas) PRH180: XC6285-052 (Other area)

26. Embroidery frame (medium) 100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

PRH100 (Americas) PRH100: XC6286-052 (Other area)

27. Embroidery frame (small) 40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

PRH60 (Americas) PRH60: XC6287-052 (Other area)

28. Embroidery sheet (extra large) 200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

XE7158-001

29. Embroidery sheet (large) 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

XC5721-051

Part Name

Part Code

33.

Embroidery frame holder A (with white corner cover)

XE7374-001

34.

Embroidery frame holder B (with light gray corner cover)

XE7376-001

35.

36.

37.

38.

Operation Manual

This manual

Quick reference guide

XE9991-001

Table

PRWT1 (Americas) PRWT1: XE8417-001 (Other area)

Power cord

Visit your authorized Brother dealer.

CAUTION

● Be sure to use the included power cord

for this machine. Using any other power cord may result in damage.

Memo

● The included touch pen can be stored in the touch pen holder on the back of the operation panel. Refer to page 21.

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30. Embroidery sheet (medium) 100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

XC5759-051

31. Embroidery sheet (small) 40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

XC5761-051

32.

Embroidery positioning sticker sheets

SAEPS2 (Americas) EPS2: XF0763-001 (Other area)

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Part Name

Optional accessories

Part Code

8. Cylinder frame

The following are available as optional accessories.

80 mm (H) × 90 mm (W) (3 inches (H) × 3-1/2

Part Name

Part Code

1.

Wide cap frame set (Refer to page 258.)

inches (W))

PRCLH1 (Americas) PRCLH1: XE2170-001 (Other area)

9. Quilt frame 200 mm × 200 mm

PRPCF1 (Americas) PRPCF1: XE8408-001 (Other area)

2. Wide cap frame 60 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (2-3/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

PRPCFH4 (Americas) PRPCFH4: XE8424-001 (Other area)

3. Advanced cap frame 2 set

10. Border frame

11. Jumbo frame

(7-7/8 inches × 7-7/8 inches)

PRPQF200 (Americas) PRPQF200: XE8411-001 (Other area)

100 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W))

PRPBF1 (Americas) PRPBF1: XE8414-001 (Other area)

360 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (14 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

PRCF3 (Americas) PRCF3: XE2158-001 (Other area)

PRPJF360 (Americas) PRPJF360: XE8405-001 (Other area)

4. Advanced cap frame 2 60 mm (H) × 130 mm (W) (2-3/8 inches (H) × 5-1/8 inches (W))

PRCFH3 (Americas) PRCFH3: XE2162-001 (Other area)

5. Advanced cap frame 50 mm (H) × 130 mm (W) (2 inches (H) × 5-1/8 inches (W))

PRCFH2 (Americas) PRCFH2: XC7610-052 (Other area)

6.

7.

Mounting jig

PRCFJ2 (Americas) PRCFJ2: XC7611-052 (Other area)

Cylinder frame set

PRCL1 (Americas) PRCL1: XE2166-001 (Other area)

12.

13.

Round frame set

PRPRFK1 (Americas) PRPRFK1: XE8402-001 (Other area)

Round frame (∅100 mm (4 inches))

PRPRF100 (Americas) PRPRF100: XE8427-001 (Other area)

14.

Round frame (∅130 mm (5 inches))

PRPRF130 (Americas) PRPRF130: XE8430-001 (Other area)

15.

Round frame (∅160 mm) (6 inches))

PRPRF160 (Americas) PRPRF160: XE8433-001 (Other area)

16. Embroidery frame holder C (with dark gray corner covers)

PRPARMC (Americas) PRPARMC: XE8436-001 (Other area)

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

PRF300 (Americas) PRF300: XE2086-001 (Other area)

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Part Name

Part Code

18. Embroidery frame (extra-

19.

20.

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

PRH300 (Americas) PRH300: XC6284-052 (Other area)

Metal bobbin

100376-053

Embroidery card reader

SAECR1

Note

● Visit your nearest Brother dealer for a complete listing of optional accessories and embroidery cards available for your machine.

Memo

● Always use accessories recommended for this machine.

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

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21.

22.

23.

24.

Bobbin winder set (Refer to page 277.)

PRBW1

Embroidery card

–

USB mouse

XE5334-101

Embroidery positioning sticker sheets

SAEPS2 (Americas) EPS2: XF0763-001 (Other area)

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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 it’s four adjustable 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

found on the rear underside of the machine, in order to avoid the possibility of the machine’s motor overheating, resulting in a fire or in damage to the machine.

● The machine weight is approximately 42 kg (92 lb). The transporting or setting up of the

embroidery machine should be performed by two people.

● When transporting the machine, be sure to have two people lift the machine from the

bottom at the indicated slots (1). 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.

● While attaching or detaching an embroidery frame or other included accessory or while

maintaining the machine, be careful not to hit the machine with your body or any other part of it.

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Setup location

Set up the machine in a location that meets the following requirements.

• Position the machine a minimum of 50 mm (2 inches) away 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 or stand.

• Use a surface that can support the weight of the machine (about 42 kg (92 lb))

• Allow open space around the ventilation slots found on the rear underside of the machine

Minimum of 50 mm (2 inches)

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785 mm (31 inches)

More than 210 mm (8-1/4 inches)

560 mm (22 inches)

220 mm (8-3/4 inches)

589 mm (23-1/4 inches)

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

CAUTION

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

exposed to the following conditions.

Liquids, such as water Extreme dust

Direct sunlight

Blocked ventilation slots

Insufficient space

An unstable surface

Objects within the moving range of

the embroidery frame

Connection to extension cords or multiple

Extremely high or extremely low

temperatures. The operating

environment should be between

5 °C (40 °F) and 40 °C (104°F).

adapters

Note

● For your safety: Since the machine weighs approximately 42kg (92 lb), do not set it up on an unstable table or desk.

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Use the included wrench to turn the

4

Setting up the machine

adjustable foot nut on the foot.

Turning the nut in direction 1 lengthens the

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

leg; turning the nut in direction 2 shortens the leg.

Make sure that all packing tape affixed to the

1

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

Set up the machine while making sure that

2

there is sufficient space around it.

Minimum of 50 mm (2 inches)

More than 210 mm (8-1/4 inches)

Adjust the legs so that the machine is steady.

3

Use the included wrench to loosen the lock

560 mm (22 inches)

220 mm (8-3/4 inches)

nut on the leg that you wish to adjust.

1 Lock nut 2 Adjustable foot nut

X The foot can be turned.

589 mm (23-1/4 inches)

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

1 Adjustable foot nut

• Adjust all four legs so that they securely contact the desk or table, and the machine is level.

After adjusting the legs to the desired length,

5

use the included wrench to tighten the nuts.

1 Lock nut

Press down on each corner of the

6

embroidery machine to check that it is stable.

If it is still unstable, perform steps

5 again to adjust the legs.

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Remove the fixing plates

CAUTION

Remove the fixing plates before turning

●

on the machine, otherwise the machine may malfunction.

Using the included Phillips screwdriver,

1

remove each of screws on the fixing plates.

Adjusting the operation panel position

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

Loosen 2 thumb screws to bring the

1

operation panel forward.

1 Thumb screws

Adjust the operation panel to an easy-to-

2

operate position, and then tighten the thumb screws.

1

1 Screws 2 Fixing plates

● After removing the fixing plates, be sure to keep them to be used again. Before transporting the machine, consult your authorized Brother dealer.

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Note

Adjust the orientation of the operation

3

panel.

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

Preparing the thread guide assembly

Raise the thread guide assembly.

CAUTION

● When setting up the thread guide

assembly, set it up with the needle bar 6 position selected, otherwise the machine may malfunction. (Refer to “Moving and threading a selected needle bar” on page 62 for moving the needle bar.)

1 Thumb screw

Adjust the angle of the operation panel.

4

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.

Loosen the two thumb screws on top of the

1

thread guide assembly support.

(Side view) (Top view)

1 Thumb screws

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

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1 Turn the screw counterclockwise three or four

times to loosen it.

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Note

Grab the grips on the thread guide assembly

2

support and push toward the middle.

Preparing the spool stand

Secure the spool stand in place for embroidering. Use the included disc-shaped screwdriver.

After the thread guide assembly support is

3

extended and the thread guide assembly is raised to its highest position, tighten the two thumb screws to secure the thread guide assembly in place.

Loosen the thumb screw two or three turns,

1

and then fold out the spool stand.

1 Thumb screw 2 Spool stand

After the spool stand is fully opened up,

2

tighten the thumb screw.

1

1 Tighten screw. 2 Thread guide assembly support 3 Thread guide assembly

● If the thumb screws are not loosened enough, it may not be easy to move the thread guide assembly support. Do not apply extreme force when moving the thread guide assembly support. Be sure that the thumb screws are loosened well enough before moving the part.

● Be sure to tighten each thumb screw well enough that the thread guide assembly support is secured.

X Secure the spool stand in the opened

position.

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Attaching the embroidery frame holder

Attach the embroidery frame holder to the carriage.

Use the embroidery frame holder

1

appropriate for the embroidery frame that you are using. (Refer to page 90 to 92.)

● Each embroidery frame holder has different color of corner cover. Holder A: White corner covers Holder B: Light gray corner covers Holder C: Dark gray corner covers (Optional)

Remove the two thumb screws of the

2

embroidery frame holder.

1 Thumb screws 2 Corner covers

Align the holes in the embroidery frame

3

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

Secure the embroidery frame holder with

4

the two thumb screws removed in step

1 Thumb screws

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

● Two types of embroidery frame holders are included with this machine. Embroidery frame holder A is used with the four included embroidery frames. (Refer to “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 90 for the details.)

2.

1 Pins on the frame-mounting plate 2 Holes in the embroidery frame holder 3 Corner covers

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This completes the preparation of the machine.

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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.

Operating Precautions ....................... 34

Power supply precautions............... 34

Needle precautions......................... 35

Checking the needle ....................... 35

Bobbin precautions......................... 35

Upper thread recommendations .....36

Fabric recommendations ................ 36

Display recommendations .............. 36

Basic Procedures ................................ 37

1.Installing the Bobbin ....................... 38

Removing the bobbin case.............. 38

Installing the bobbin ....................... 38

Installing the bobbin case ............... 39

2.Turning ON the Machine ................ 40

Understanding the screens.............. 41

Screen overview .............................42

3.Selecting an Embroidery Pattern .....44

Selecting an embroidery pattern .....45

4.Editing the Embroidery Pattern ....... 46

Continuing to the embroidering

settings screen ................................ 46

5.Specifying Embroidering Setting...... 47

6.Previewing the Image ......................48

Checking a preview image.............. 48

7.Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery

Frame ................................................. 49

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery

frame.............................................. 49

8.Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the

Machine ............................................. 51

Attaching the embroidery frame...... 51

9.Checking the Embroidery Area........ 53

Temporarily stopping to check the

area...............................................53

Continuing to the embroidering

screen ...........................................53

10.Upper Threading ...........................54

Checking the needle bars and thread

colors .............................................54

Upper threading ............................. 56

Threading the needle ...................... 60

11.Sewing the Embroidery.................. 64

Starting embroidering .....................64

Stopping embroidering ................... 66

12.Checking the Thread Tension ........68

13.Removing the Embroidery Frame and

Fabric .................................................69

Removing the embroidery frame..... 69

Removing the fabric........................ 69

14.Turning OFF the Machine.............. 70

Screen Quick Reference Guide ..........71

Key displays.................................... 71

Common screen controls ................71

Understanding the pattern type

selection screen .............................. 72

Understanding the pattern list screen.....73

Understanding the pattern editing

screen............................................. 74

Understanding the embroidering set-

tings screen..................................... 76

Understanding the embroidering

screen............................................. 79

When You Have a Question, This May

Help You ............................................81

TECHNICAL TERMS: ......................81

PATTERNS:..................................... 81

EMBROIDERING: ........................... 81

USB connectivity ............................ 82

USB mouse operation ..................... 84

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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.

● Make sure that the plugs on the power supply cord are firmly inserted into the electrical

outlet and the power supply cord receptacle on the machine.

● Do not insert the plug on the power supply cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor

condition.

● 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

● Use only the power supply cord included with this machine.

● Do not plug this machine in with extension cords or multi-plug adapters with any 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 supply 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 authorized dealer 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.

● When leaving the machine unattended, either the main switch of the machine should be

turned to OFF or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.

● When servicing the machine or when removing covers, the machine must be unplugged.

● 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 outlet only one way. 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.

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Polyester

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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 needle-threading 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 operating. 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 88.)

■ Good needle ■ 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.

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1 Flat side 2 Needle type marking

3 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.

● 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 277) and metal bobbins (Part 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.

● 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.

● Your machine can embroider fabric that is up to 1 mm (1/16 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.

● Attach stabilizers to thin or stretch fabrics. (Refer to “Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric” on page 93 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 operation panel display.

● 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.

• If you are not directly facing the operation panel 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. (Refer to “Adjusting the operation panel position” on page 29, if adjusting is necessary.)

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Basic Procedures

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

Tutorial

Step

1 Install the bobbin. p. 38 p.35

2 Turn on the machine. p. 40 p.34, 36

3 Select an embroidery pattern. p. 44

4 Edit the embroidery pattern. p. 46

5 Specify the embroidering settings. p. 47

6 Check the previewed image. p. 48

7 Hoop the fabric in the embroidery frame. p. 49 p. 36

8 Attach the embroidery frame to the machine. p. 51

9 Check the embroidery area. p. 53

10 Thread the upper threads. p. 54 p.36

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

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

12 Check the thread tension. p. 68

Operation

Reference

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p. 64

Operating Procedure Reference

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Remove the embroidery frame, and then remove the fabric from

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the frame.

14 Turn off the machine. p. 70

The operations to embroider the pattern are described on the following pages. Although embroidering can continue without the pattern being edited or embroidering settings being specified, refer to page 181 for details on editing the patterns, and refer to page 125 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 71 to 80. Use these tables for quick reference.

The various operating precautions that must be observed during the basic procedures are provided on pages 34 to 36. These precautions must be strictly observed in order for the machine to function properly. Make sure to read these precautions.

p. 69

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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 35.

Grab the bobbin case latch, and remove the

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bobbin case.

● The machine does not 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 284.

Removing the bobbin case

Open the hook cover.

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Pull the hook cover toward you.

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 287.

Pull the thread picker toward you if it was

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not pulled toward the front.

1 Thread Picker

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

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

CAUTION

● The thread picker can only be moved

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

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

Installing the bobbin

● 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 24, 277.)

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Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.

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● 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

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under the tension-adjusting spring.

Installing the bobbin case

Insert the bobbin case into the hook.

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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

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into place.

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1 Thread slit 2 Tension-adjusting spring

Pull the thread about 50 mm (2 inches) through the opening in the tension-adjusting spring.

1 About 50 mm (2 inches).

Close the hook cover.

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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 34.

When the machine is turned on, the opening

CAUTION

● Be sure to use the included power cord

for this machine. Using any other power cord may result in damage.

Plug the power supply cord into the

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machine.

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movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen to display the message below.

Touch .

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X The pattern type selection screen appears,

and the start/stop button lights up in red.

Insert the plug of the power supply cord into

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a household electrical outlet.

Switch on the main power switch on the

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back of the machine to “I”.

The carriage moves to its initial position.

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• 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.

● 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 120.)

X The LCD screen comes on.

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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 36.

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No. Display Key Name Function

1 Home key

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3

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6 Settings key

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

Pattern display

area

Embroidering

area line

Machine

operations guide

key

Needle bar/Frame

move key

Touch this key to cancel all operations previously performed and return to the initial pattern group selection screen.

This area displays the selected pattern. p. 220

Shows the available embroidering area. The embroidery frame indications, the grid lines and other display settings can be specified from the machine settings screen.

Touch this key to check a machine operation. p.232

Touch this key to move or thread a selected needle bar, or to position the carriage so the embroidery frame can easily be removed or attached.

Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings.

Reference

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p. 220

p.30, 62, 90

p. 218

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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 44, 72.)

In the pattern editing screen, edit the pattern. (Refer to page 46, 74.)

In the pattern list screen, select the pattern. (Refer to page 44, 73.)

1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type

selection screen.

2 Touch this key to continue to the pattern

editing screen.

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 47, 76.)

1 Touch this key to return to the pattern editing

screen.

2 Touch this key to continue to the embroidering

screen.

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In the embroidering screen, check the thread colors assigned to the needle bars, and then

install the upper threads. Touch to unlock the machine so that the start/stop

button starts flashing in green. The embroidery machine is now ready to begin sewing.

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1 Touch this key to return to the embroidering

settings screen.

2 Unlock key

After the embroidery pattern is sewn, a “Finished sewing” message screen appears.

Touch to return to the embroidering settings screen. (Refer to page 47, 76)

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3. Selecting an Embroidery Pattern

As an example, we will select the pattern shown at the right.

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 72.)

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 73.)

1 Pattern type keys

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1 Displays a preview image. 2 Pattern keys

■ Checking a preview image from the pattern list screen

Touch to preview the image prior to

selecting.

Touch to return to the pattern list screen.

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Selecting an embroidery pattern

Touch to select the embroidery

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patterns category.

After a pattern is selected, the following appear:

X The embroidery pattern categories appear.

• If the category that was selected appears as multiple stacked keys, a sub-category can be selected. Touch the key for the subcategory containing the desired pattern.

Select an embroidery pattern category.

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Touch the desired pattern category.

1 Vertical length of the pattern 2 Horizontal width of the pattern 3 Number of thread color changes 4 These keys can be used to change the pattern

size or change the text arrangement of a character. The functions may be used differ depending on the type of pattern that is selected.

(Refer to “Changing the size of a pattern” on page 184.)

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

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Touch to display the next screen.

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This confirms the pattern selection.

X The pattern editing screen appears.

X The pattern list screen appears.

Touch the desired pattern.

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In this case, touch .

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4. Editing the Embroidery Pattern

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 74.)

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 .

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1 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.

2 Highlights the sizes of embroidery frames that

can be used to sew the currently selected embroidery pattern.

X The embroidering settings screen is

displayed.

● If the embroidery frame holder is not attached to the machine, the embroidering area will not display the correct frame size. (Refer to page 51.)

3 Shows the size of the currently selected

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

4 Press the Enlarge key to change the size of the

on screen embroidery image presentation.

5 Touch to edit the pattern. 6 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.

7 Displays a preview image. 8 Shows the number of thread color changes for

the currently selected embroidery pattern

9 Continues to the next screen.

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5. Specifying Embroidering Setting

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 76.)

● Available keys are not the same if you set

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“Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in the settings screen. For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 78.

● 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 “Moving to the correct position” on page 98.)

1 Displays a preview image. 2 Touch for additional editing functions. 3 Returns to the pattern editing screen. 4 In the embroidering settings screen, the

embroidery frame guide in the pattern display area indicates the size of the embroidery frame selected in settings screen.

5 Image on the Design Page shows image size,

rotation, number of thread changes and measured position of image within the embroidery area.

6 Touch to check the needle drop point on the

LCD screen.

7 Touch these keys to specify how the pattern will

be embroidered.

8 Touch to store the pattern in memory. 9 Continues to the next screen 0 Touch to check the embroidering area.

In this example, we will not specify any of the

embroidering settings. Continue with the next

operation.

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6. Previewing the Image

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

Touch or to select the type of

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Checking a preview image

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

Touch .

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X The preview image is displayed.

embroidery frame holder, and then select the embroidery frame you are going to use.

• If you find out the type of embroidery frame holder and size of embroidery frame which are best for your embroidery, select the display guides in the settings screen for your better embroidery editing (Refer to page 91 and 220.).

1 Touch this key to display an enlarged view of

the pattern.

● A preview image in a landscape orientation cannot be rotated to a portrait orientation, even if there is space at the top and bottom.

Touch to return to the previous

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● The embroidery can be sewn while the preview image is displayed in the embroidering screen. If the preview image is displayed in any screen other than the embroidering screen, the embroidery cannot be sewn.

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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 93.) For precautions concerning the fabric, refer to page 36.

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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.

Icon Name

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame

Select an embroidery frame.

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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

lighter ( ) embroidery frames that

cannot be used appear darker ( ).

(1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

If you use the optional embroidery frames (quilt, border and jumbo) with the included embroidery frame holder B, following icons appear in the

screen; . If you use the optional round

frame with the optional embroidery frame holder

C, following icons appear in the screen; .

Embroidering area

Medium embroidery frame

100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W)

(4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

Small embroidery frame

40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W)

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● If the embroidery frame holder is not attached to the machine, the embroidering area will not display the correct frame size. (Refer to page 51.)

■ Embroidery frame types

There are four sizes of embroidery frames included with this machine, which are used with the included embroidery frame holder A. For details on the uses for each frame, refer to “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 90.

Icon Name

Embroidering area

Extra-large embroidery frame

200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W)

(7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

Extra-large embroidery frame

(optional)

200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W)

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

Large embroidery frame

130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W)

(5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

CAUTION

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If embroidery frames other than the four included frames or recommended optional frames are used, the embroidery frame may hit the presser foot and damage the machine, or cause injury to the user. (See “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 90 for the details about the embroidery frames.)

● 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 90.)

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■ 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 other included embroidery frames, refer to “Hooping the Fabric” on page 94.

Loosen the screw on the outer frame.

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1 Screw

Place the fabric with the right side up on top

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of the outer frame.

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

• In order to prevent shrinkage of the stitching or misaligned patterns, we recommend that iron-on stabilizer (backing) be used for embroidering. (Refer to “Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric” on page 93.

Press the inner frame into the outer frame.

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Securely tighten the screw, and then check

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to make sure that the fabric is taut.

• After securing 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.

1 Inner frame 2 Outer frame 3 Bottom of inner frame

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

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

Lightly tighten the screw, and then pull the

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edges of the fabric.

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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 249.)

● This embroidery machine can also be used with the optional cap frames. (Refer to “Using the Optional Cap Frame” on page 258.)

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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. Embroidery frame holders A and B are included accessories with this machine. Install embroidery frame holder A when an included embroidery frame is to be used. (See “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 90 for the details about the embroidery frame holders.)

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.

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

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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.

Loosen the two thumb screws on the

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embroidery frame holder.

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

1 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.

2 Clip on embroidery frame holder.

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

3 Positioning pin 4 Holes 5 Positioning slots

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 counterclockwise. Do not remove the screw.

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Move the left arm to align the screw on the

2

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.

1 Mark for extra-large embroidery frame

200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

2 Mark for extra-large embroidery frame

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

3 Mark for large embroidery frame

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

4 Mark for medium embroidery frame

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

5 Mark for small embroidery frame

40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 23/8 inches (W))

Hold the embroidery frame level, and then

3

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

• The inner frame should be on top.

● Attach the embroidery frame to place the needle plate under the embroidering area otherwise the embroidery frame hits the needle plate.

1 Needle plate

● If the outer frame is on top, as shown below, the embroidery frame is incorrectly attached.

● 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.

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Insert the embroidery frame until it snaps

4

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.

When the embroidery frame moves to the

1

● If you are embroidering a large project such as a jacket or curtains, using the flat, quilt or jumbo frame, your embroidering may be interrupted by the presser feet not in use catching on the fabric outside of the design area. Try to stitch the design as close to the center of the embroidery frame, using needle bars 3 through 7, keeping the head of the machine as centered as possible. (Refer to page 108 or 132 to select the needle bar).

Touch .

1

X The presser foot is lowered and the

embroidery frame moves to show the embroidery area.

The corners of the octagon showing the

2

embroidery area for the pattern are indicated by changing direction.

desired position, touch again.

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,

2

touch . To stop checking the

embroidering area, touch .

Continuing to the embroidering screen

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

2

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.

Temporarily stopping to check the area

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

Touch .

1

X The embroidering screen appears.

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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. Check the thread colors in this screen.

Change thread spools message will appear if the thread spools from the previous embroidery project need to be changed. If you set “Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in the settings screen, the message does not appear even if the thread spools need to be changed. (Refer to “Selecting/Managing Thread Colors for Each Needle Bar (Manual Color Sequence)” on page 132.) Embroidering screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 79.)

1 Thread information for the first to tenth needle

bars

2 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.

3 Change thread spools message. (Refer to

page 113.) This message appears when it is necessary for

the thread spools to be changed. If 4

is not touched to close the message, embroidering cannot continue.

● The thread information for the thread spool to be changed appears framed in red.

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5 Thread color 6 Needle bar number 7 Thread color name or number

If the thread color number (#123) is selected in the settings screen (Refer to “Changing the thread color information” on page 222), the thread brand will also displayed.

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 6: WISTERIA VIOLET 2: MOSS GREEN 7: VIOLET 3: CARMINE 8: WHITE 4: RED 9: HARVEST GOLD

5: MAGENTA If there is no name beside the needle bar number, that needle bar is not used. For this example, needle bar 10 is not used.

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5

2

3

6

1

2

4

Touch .

1

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 number of thread color changes, the

number of stitches, the embroidering time and the length of time until the machine will stop.

2 Use these keys to specify various embroidering

settings or to return to the embroidering settings screen.

3 Shows the embroidering order for the thread

colors.

4 Indicates the needle bar number where the

thread color at the left is assigned.

5 To start the machine, touch this key to unlock

the machine, and then press the start/stop button.

6 Touch a key to move the selected needle bar to

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

● Available keys are not the same if you set “Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in the settings screen. (Refer to page 79 for details on the keys and other information on the screen.)

2

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.

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Upper threading

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

Touch →

(refer to page 232).

→ → in order to view a video of the operation on the LCD

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.

On the spool pin, place a spool with the

1

thread color specified for the corresponding

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

needle bar.

● 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.

• Check that the spool stand has been completely opened.

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

• Place the thread in the center of the spool stand so that the thread feeds off of the spool correctly and does not get tangled around the spool pin directly under the thread spool.

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

1 Spool mat 2 Small spool 3 Spool cap

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

Pass the thread through the hole (with the

3

corresponding needle bar number) in thread guide C, then through the corresponding hole in thread guide D. As an example, the threading for spool pin 1 is shown.

1 Thread guide C 2 Thread tension lever 3 Holes in thread guide C 4 Thread guide D

2

Pass the thread of a specified color through

2

the holes on the thread guide, making sure that you have the thread color matched to the coordinating needle bar. Pass the thread from spool pins 1, 3, 5, 6, 8 and 10 through the holes in both thread guides A and B. Pass the thread from spool pins 2, 4, 7 and 9 through the hole in thread guide B only.

1 Thread guide A (There are 6 holes in this thread

guide)

2 Thread guide B (There are 10 holes in this

thread guide)

● Before threading, make sure to slide the thread tension lever to the left so that the holes in thread guide C are fully open.

● After all upper threading is finished, be sure to slide the thread tension lever back to the right. Embroidering with the holes in thread guide C fully open may cause the thread to become tangled or break.

1 Thread tension lever 2 Holes in thread guide C

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Wind the thread clockwise once around the

6

number 1 thread tension disc.

Pass the thread through the hole in the

4

number 1 upper thread guide and pull the thread toward you.

1 Thread tension disc 2 Pass thread in a clockwise direction at this

location on the tension disks.

• Make sure that the thread is securely positioned in the thread tension.

1 Hole in upper thread guide

Hold the thread with both hands, and then

5

pass it under the guide plate from the right.

1 Upper thread guide plate

● All thread tension discs are threaded in

clockwise direction.

Lead the thread along the thread path and

7

around the correct thread guide pins as indicated on the machine, then slip the thread under the number 1 middle thread guide plate from the right.

1 Thread guide pin 2 Middle thread guide

• The path from the upper thread guide around the thread tension disc and to the middle thread guide (steps

6 through 7)

may differs depending on the spool number. Passing the thread through the thread guide pins is designed to prevent the thread from becoming tangled. Be sure to follow the thread path indicated on the machine.

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Pass the thread down through the slot to the

9

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

1 Hole in lower thread guide

Pass the thread along the number 1 slot to

8

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

Use the included threader to pass the thread

0

into the number 1 needle bar thread guide.

2

1 Thread take-up lever

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

When all upper threading is complete, be

a

sure to slide the thread tension lever for thread guide C to the right, closing the holes in the thread guide.

1 Thread tension lever 2 Holes in thread guide C

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Threading the needle

Use the automatic needle-threading mechanism to

thread the needle.

Touch →

in order to view a video of the operation on

the LCD (refer to page 232).

Press the automatic needle-threading

1

button.

→ →

● To avoid damage, the automatic needle-

threading 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 needlethreading mechanism cannot be used at the particular needle. If the needle bar is not at the sewing position, move it there. (Refer to page 62.)

Pull out about 150 mm (6 inches) of thread.

2

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.

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 dealer.

● 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.

1 Hook 2 Fork

● 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

3

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

4

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

Press the automatic needle-threading

5

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.

2

1 Groove in thread cutter

● 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.

This completes the upper threading for needle bar 1.

Thread the remaining needle bars in the same way.

● If the needle bar to be threaded is not moved to the embroidering 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 embroidering position before trying to thread the needle.

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■ Moving and threading a selected needle bar

You can move and thread a selected needle bar to the embroidering position at any time.

Touch .

1

X The needle bar move screen appears.

Touch the key for the needle bar that you

2

wish to move or thread.

Press the automatic needle-threading button

3

while the needle bar move screen appears.

Touch to return to the previous

4

screen.

● In the embroidering screen, a blue frame appears around the thread information box of the selected needle bar.

X The selected needle bar moves to the

position of embroidery.

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■ Moving the needle bar to be threaded to the position of embroidery

You can move the needle bar in the embroidering screen.

Touch the key for the needle bar that you

1

wish to thread.

X The selected needle bar moves to the

embroidering position.

■ 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.

2

1 Spool net 2 Thread

● 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 6 on page 58.)

● 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 114.)

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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 take-up 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.

Touch to unlock the embroidery

Starting embroidering

1

machine.

● 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.

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.

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1

2

Press the start/stop button.

2

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

1.

X The start/stop button lights up in green and

begins sewing the first color.

After sewing of the first color is finished, the

3

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

2

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 blue frame.

This continues until the last color is sewn,

4

and the embroidery machine automatically stops.

X The embroidering settings screen

1 The thread color for the needle bar that is

currently being used for sewing or will soon be used for sewing appears at the top of the thread color sequence display. The remaining thread colors are listed in the sewing order, starting from the top.

2 A blue frame appears around the thread

information box of the needle bar currently being selected.

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.

• 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.

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■ Continuing embroidering

To sew the same pattern again, touch .

X The embroidering screen appears so the

same pattern can be sewn again.

To select a new pattern, touch .

Stopping embroidering

The machine can be stopped during sewing.

■ Temporarily pausing

Press the start/stop button.

1

X The pattern type selection screen appears.

● Automatic Lock stitching can be set so that it is sewn at the beginning of the embroidery, when starting to sew after changing thread colors, and when trimming the thread. (Refer to “Automatic Lock Stitch Setting” on page 134.)

● The sewing speed can be changed, even while the pattern is being sewn. (Refer to “Maximum Sewing Speed Setting” on page 139.)

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.

● If the Reserve Stop key is touched while

embroidery is being sewn, the machine stops sewing before the next color begins. (Refer to “Stopping the machine at the next color change” on page 140.)

● 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 140.)

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■ Resume sewing after the machine was turned off

Press the start/stop button.

1

X The embroidery machine stops and the

start/stop button lights up in red.

• The thread is not trimmed.

Touch to unlock the embroidery

2

machine.

Press the thread trimming button.

3

Set the main power switch to “{”.

4

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. (Refer to “Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine” on page 120 for details.)

● 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 140.)

2

■ 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. (Refer to “If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering” on page 115 for details.)

X The bobbin and upper threads are

trimmed.

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

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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.

Tighten the tension dial by turning the dial clockwise.

1 Right side 2 Wrong side

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

1 Right side 2 Wrong side

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

(Refer to “Adjusting the Thread Tension” on page 122 for details on adjusting the thread tension.)

● 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.

Loosen the tension dial by turning the dial counterclockwise.

1 Right side 2 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.

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● 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 243.

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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.

2

Removing the fabric

Loosen the outer frame screw.

1

2

With both hands, grab the left and right sides

1

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

2

the fabric.

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14. Turning OFF the Machine

After all embroidery is finished, turn off the machine.

Set the main power switch to “{”.

1

● 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 120.)

Turned off while embroidering

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

2

electrical outlet.

Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord.

If necessary, unplug the power supply cord

3

from the machine.

Store the power supply cord in a safe place.

● 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 40.)

Ð

Turned on

Ð

After the opening movie

Ð

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6

5

1

2

3

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

2

Embroidering

area line

Function Page

Shows the available embroidering area. The embroidery frame indications, the grid lines and other display settings can be specified from the machine settings screen.

p.220

2

3

Machine

operations

guide key

No.

1

Display

Key Name

Pattern

display area

Function Page

This area displays the selected pattern.

4

Settings key

5

Home key

6

Needle bar/

Frame move

key

Touch this key to check a machine operation.

Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings.

Touch this key to cancel all operations previously performed and return to the initial pattern group selection screen.

Touch this key to move or thread a selected needle bar, or to position the carriage so the embroidery frame can easily be removed or attached.

p.232

p.218

p.30,

62, 90

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A

5

1 2

0

3

6

8

4

7

9

Understanding the pattern type selection screen

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

Display

No.

6

7

Key Name

Monogram

and frame

key

Appliqué alphabet

key

Function Page

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

Alphabet appliqué patterns, which are available in small, medium and large sizes.

Built-in patterns

p.155

p.164

8

Greek

Greek uppercase letters.

p.165

alphabet

key

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

p.168

No.

Display

Key Name

Function Page

9

Computer

(USB) key

The embroidery

1

Embroidery pattern key

pattern for a design can be selected.

12 stitch types can

p.154

0

USB media

keys

Recall patterns from USB media.

p.173

be combined with

2

3

Frame

pattern key

Floral

alphabet

key

10 frame shapes, such as a circle and a square.

Alphabet patterns designed with flowers decorating large uppercase letters (130 mm (H) × 80 mm (W)).

p.154

p.162

Embroidery

A

patterns

stored in

the

machine

memory

key

Recalls patterns stored in the machine’s memory.

p.165

This key is not

Built-in patterns

Renaissance-style

4

Renaissance

alphabet

key

characters designed in a 50 mm × 50 mm square.

p.163

B

Edit key

Uppercase and lowercase letters,

5

Alphabet

key

numbers, symbols and accented characters from 28 fonts can be selected in small, medium and large sizes.

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p.159

displayed 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.

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1

C

7

6

0

3

8

4

9

B

A

5

2

Understanding the pattern list screen

In this screen, select the pattern.

Display

No.

7

Key Name

Page

Function Page

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

No.

1

2

3

Pattern keys

Display

Key Name

Size

(vertical)

Size

(horizontal)

Function Page

Shows the vertical length of the currently selected embroidery pattern.

Shows the horizontal width of the currently selected embroidery pattern.

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

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8

p.153

page key

Touch this key to

9

p.153

key

Allows the size of the

0

Size key

currently selected embroidery pattern to be changed.

p.160

Touch this key to

A

Array key

change the configuration of a character pattern.

p.162

Touch this key to check

B

Check key

the entered text for a character pattern.

p.161

Touch after selecting the pattern. The

C

Set key

selection of the pattern is confirmed and the pattern editing screen

p.153

appears.

* Some patterns cannot be edited with 0 or A.

2

Touch to leave the currently selected pattern category and

4

Return key

choose a different category. Returns to the pattern type selection

p.153

screen.

5

Preview key

Number of

6

thread colors

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

Shows the number of thread colors for the currently selected embroidery pattern.

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2

D

A

3

B

6

C

7

1

4

5

0

9

8

Understanding the pattern editing screen

In this screen, the pattern can be edited.

Display

No.

5

6

7

Key Name

Delete key

Add key

Preview key

Function Page

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.

p.204

p.181

p.48

Distance

8

from center

distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

p.183

(vertical)

Shows the horizontal

Shows the vertical

Distance

9

from center

distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

p.183

(horizontal)

Display

No.

Key Name

Function Page

Shows the size of the

0

Rotation

angle

embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area. The top value shows the height and the

A

Number of

thread colors

bottom value shows the

1

Pattern size

width. If the embroidery pattern consists of multiple patterns that have been combined, the size of the entire pattern,

2

Embroidery

frame

indicators

3

Size

including all patterns, is shown.

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 length of the pattern that is being edited.

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(vertical)

4

(horizontal)

Size

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

B

Positioning

C

D

Edit End key

keys

Pattern

selection

keys

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

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

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.)

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

Finish editing and continue to the embroidering settings screen.

p.185

p.183

p.46

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3

6

4

2

9

8

5

B

0

A

1

C

Display

No.

Key Name

Function Page

No.

1

2

3

4

5

Display

Key Name

Enlarge key

Rotate key

Size key

Multi Color

key

Array key

Function Page

Touch to enlarge the image of editing pattern twice the size.

Rotates the pattern that is being edited.

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

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p.185

p.184

p.190

p.186

9

Horizontal

mirror image

0

Density key

A

Thread trim

setting key

B

Spacing key

C

Grouping

key

Flips the pattern being edited horizontally.

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

Automatically trim any excess thread jumps within the letters of alphabet pattern.

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

Touch to edit all the separated patterns as a group.

p.184

p.189

2

p.189

p.187

p.204

6

thread color

Change

Changes the color of the pattern.

p.190

key

7

Border key

8 Duplicates the pattern. p.203

Duplicate

key

Makes and edits a repeating pattern.

p.192

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4

5

1

2

6

3

7

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. Keys available in this

screen differ when you set “Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in settings screen. (Refer to page 78 and 132.)

Display

No.

4

5

6

Key Name

Distance

from center

(vertical)

Distance from center (horizontal)

Rotation

angle

Function Page

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

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

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

p.99

p.100,

205

Shows the total

7

Number of

thread colors

number of thread colors for the pattern that is being edited.

changes

Display

No.

Key Name

Function Page

Shows the size of the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area. The top value shows the height and the bottom value

1

Pattern size

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 overall size

2

Combined/

edited

pattern size

horizontal ) of the entire combined pattern.

Shows the sizes of

(vertical and

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embroidery frames that can be used to

3

Embroidery

indicators

frame

sew the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the

p.49

pattern display area.

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3

7

6

2

0

B

C

8

A

9

5

1

4

Display

No.

Key Name

Function Page

Specifies that automatic lock stitch

6

(beginning)

Lock

stitching

key

is sewn at the beginning of the pattern and at the beginning of sewing after thread trimming.

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No.

1

2

3

4

Display

Key Name

Embroidery

appliqué

key

Embroidery basting key

Rotate key

Positioning

key

Function Page

Makes an appliqué piece from a desired pattern. The outline for the appliqué piece is sewn around the pattern.

When stabilizer material is not affixed to the fabric, sew basting stitches along the outline of the pattern to minimize shrinkage of the stitching and misaligned patterns.

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

Touch to align the embroidering position using the machine's built-in camera.

p.127

p.126

p.100,

205

p.105

7

Edit key

Touch to return to the pattern editing screen.

Displays an image of

8

Preview key

the pattern that is to be embroidered so it can be previewed.

Moves the sewing position of the whole pattern in the direction of the arrow.

9

Positioning

keys

(If is touched, the sewing position is

moved to the center of the embroidering area.)

Specifies the needle

0

position key

Starting/

ending

position at the beginning of sewing and at the end.

Moves the embroidery

A

Trial sewing

key

frame so that the embroidering position can be checked.

Save a pattern in the

B

Memory

key

machine’s memory, USB media or a computer.

Finish all operations in the embroidering

C

Sewing key

settings screen and continues to the embroidering screen.

• The functions and operations for the preview key 8 is the same in both the pattern editing screen and the embroidering settings screen.

2

p.48

p.99

p.135

p.53

p.211

p.53

Specifies that

5

Lock

stitching

(end) key

automatic lock stitch is sewn when the thread is trimmed.

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3

4

2

5

■ In the “Manual Color Sequence” mode

Display

No.

Key Name

Function Page

This illustration appears when the sewing

1

Manual

color

sequence

machine is in the “Manual Color Sequence” mode.

p.132

mode icon

Touch to view the needle drop point from

2

Camera

view key

the LCD screen without actually lowering the needle.

p.103

Touch to zoom up the camera view twice the

3

Camera

zoom key

size of normal view. This key is available when the camera view is displayed.

p.181

Touch to display the grid lines on the camera view for hooping the fabric

4

Camera

grid display

key

when embroidering the border pattern. This key is available when the camera view is displayed.

Touch to change the needle bar color

p.104

setting.

Manual

5

color

sequence

key

This key appears when you set “Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in settings screen.

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3

4

6

2

7

8

1

5

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 needle placement forward or backward can be done. Keys available in this screen differ when you set “Manual Color Sequence” to “ON” in settings screen. (Refer to page 132.)

No.

4

5

Display

Key Name

Thread color

sequence

display

Spool change

indicator

Function Page

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.

This red line 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.

p.111

2

No.

1

2

3

Display

Key Name

Sewing order

Time until the

machine stops

Region display

Function Page

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

Shows the amount of time until the machine will stop. When the last thread spool is being sewn, the number appears in red. If the pattern contains 11 or more colors, this shows the time until the thread spool will need to be changed.

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

p.111

6

Needle bar

number

7

Stitch count

8

Sewing time

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

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.

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1

4

7

2

8

5

3

6

No.

Display

Key Name

Function Page

Touch a key to move the needle bar position to the selected needle bar number. Use when

Needle bar

key

6

threading the needle with the automatic needle-threading mechanism.

Shows the color and the thread color name (number) for

Thread color

set up display

the thread on the needle bar indicated

p.54

on the key. Thread the machine as indicated here.

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

Specifies the maximum sewing speed.

p.115

p.139

No.

Key Name

1

Reserve Stop

2

Temporary needle bar

settings key

Switch spool

3

(Not available

in the “Manual

Sequence”

4

Return key

Display

key

Color

mode)

Function Page

While sewing embroidery, touch this key for the machine to stop prior to the next color beginning.

Enables the needle bar settings to manually be specified.

Change the needle bar settings from the screen without changing the thread spools on the machine.

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

p.140

p.142

p.108

7

Forward/

Backward

stitch key

8

Maximum

sewing speed

key

● 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 222.)

Unlocks the machine so it can start sewing within

5

Unlock key

10 seconds. When this key is touched, the start/stop button flashes in green.

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When You Have a Question, This May Help You

TECHNICAL TERMS:

■ DST

This is the extension of Tajima data file (*.dst) that is one of the data formats of embroidery patterns. Tajima data does not contain color information, therefore the embroidery machine automatically assigns colors when a Tajima (.dst) file is loaded. (Refer to page 246.)

■ Needle number

The needles are numbered from right to left. The far right needle is number 1 needle. (Refer to page 8.)

■ Needle at the “embroidering position”

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 “embroidering position”. Also when using the needle threader, the needle that is going to be threaded should be moved to the “position of embroidery”. (Refer to page 62 and page 63.)

PATTERNS:

Following patterns can be processed by the machine to embroider.

- Embroidery data with *.pes, *.phc or *.dst format. Use USB media to transfer the data to the machine. Using the 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 thread color function by selecting

either 64 colors or 300 colors, or by setting the custom thread color table on the pattern editing screen. For more details, see page 200 and page 202.

- Use the “Temporary needle bar setting”

function by selecting the key on the “embroidering” screen. More details please see the page 142.

■ 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 “Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine” on page 120.)

2

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 61.)

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Note

■ Getting false thread breakage error

- Check that the position of the upper thread is

USB connectivity

under the upper thread guide plates. (Refer to page 56.)

- Check that the position of the upper thread is around the thread tension disc. (Refer to

You can perform many functions using the USB ports on the machine. Connect the appropriate devices according to the feature of each ports.

page 58.)

1 Primary (top) USB port for media or card

Reader/USB card writer module* (USB2.0)

* If you have purchased the PE-DESIGN Ver5 or

later, PE-DESIGN Lite or PED-BASIC, you can plug the included USB card writer module into the machine as an embroidery card reader, and

1 Upper thread guide plates 2 Thread tension disc

recall patterns.

2 USB port for mouse (USB1.1) 3 USB port for computer

■ 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 embroidery frame becomes separated from the carriage

● The processing speed may vary by port selection and quantity of data.

● Do not insert anything other than USB media into the USB media port. Otherwise, the USB media drive may be damaged.

Make sure that the positioning pins are placed into the frame’s positioning slot and hole. (Refer to page 51.) To insure proper registration of pattern for embroidery, turning off the machine and turning it back on will allow the embroidery arm to reset it’s registration points.

■ Unable to detach the frame from the machine

Touch and to move the

carriage, then the frame will be detachable. (Refer to page 90.)

■ Cancel the current design and start again

■ Using USB media or embroidery card Reader/

USB card writer module*

When sending or reading patterns using the USB media or the embroidery card Reader/USB card writer module*, connect the device to the primary (top) USB port. The primary (top) USB port processes the data faster than the other ports.

* If you have purchased the PE-DESIGN Ver5 or

later, PE-DESIGN Lite or PED-BASIC, you can plug the included USB card writer module into the machine as an embroidery card reader, and recall patterns.

Select the “Home” key on the upper right of the screen. The pattern and all information will be deleted. (Refer to page 71.)

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Memo

Note

■ Connecting the machine to the computer

Using the included USB cable, the sewing machine can be connected to your computer.

1 Primary (top) USB port 2 Embroidery card Reader/USB card writer

module* or USB media

2

● Two USB media cannot be used with this machine at the same time. If two USB media are inserted, only the USB media inserted first is detected.

● Use only an embroidery card reader designed for this machine. Using an unauthorized embroidery card reader may cause your machine to operate incorrectly.

● Embroidery patterns cannot be saved from the machine to an embroidery card inserted into a connected USB card writer module.

● USB media is widely used, however some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website (http:// solutions.brother.com) for more details.

● Depending on the type of USB media being used, either directly plug the USB device into the machine’s USB port or plug the USB media Reader/Writer into the machine’s USB port.

● You can plug the optional embroidery card Reader/USB card writer module* into the primary (top) or center port, when the mouse is not connected.

● You can plug a USB media into the center port, but the primary (top) USB port processes the data faster. It is recommended to use the primary (top) USB port.

1 USB port for computer 2 USB cable connector

● The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into a port in one direction. If it is difficult to insert the connector, do not insert it with force. Check the orientation of the connector.

● For details on the position of the USB port on the computer (or USB hub), refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment.

● You can arrange the USB cable using the included USB clamp. (Refer to “Connecting the USB using the included USB cord clamps” on page 171.)

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Memo

1

■ Using a USB mouse

The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine, can be used to perform a variety of operations in the screens. Connect a USB mouse to the USB 1.1 port

marked with . You can also connect a USB

mouse to the other USB port (USB 2.0).

1 USB port for mouse 2 USB mouse

USB mouse operation

■ 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.

● Double-clicking has no effect.

● Do not perform operations with the mouse

at the same time that you are touching the screen with your finger or the included touch pen.

● A USB mouse can be connected or disconnected at any time.

● Only the left mouse button and its wheel can be used to perform operations. No other buttons can be used.

● The mouse pointer does not appear in the screen saver.

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■ Changing pages

Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs of the pattern selection screens.

● If page numbers and a vertical scroll bar for additional pages are displayed, rotate the mouse wheel or click the left mouse

button with the pointer on / to

display the previous or next page.

2

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■ Changing the size

Refer to “Changing the size of a pattern” on page 184.

Touch .

1

Change the size of the pattern.

2

• Rotate the mouse wheel away from you to shrink the pattern in the same way as when

is touched.

• Rotate the mouse wheel toward you to enlarge the pattern in the same way as

when is touched.

■ Rotating the pattern

Refer to “Adjusting the angle” on page 100 and “Rotating a pattern” on page 185.

Touch .

1

Rotate the pattern.

2

• Rotate the mouse wheel away from you to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left in

the same way as when is touched.

• Rotate the mouse wheel toward you to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the right in

the same way as when is touched.

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OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES

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

Changing the Needle ............................................................................................... 88

Replacing the needle ........................................................................................... 88

Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames.................................................................. 90

Embroidery frame holders....................................................................................90

When difficult to replace the embroidery frame...................................................90

Types of embroidery frames/frame holders and their applications ........................91

Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric ....................................................93

Hooping the Fabric .................................................................................................94

Hooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames ......................94

Using the embroidery sheet ................................................................................. 95

Large/small pieces of fabric..................................................................................96

Embroidery Frame Position and Movement............................................................. 97

Changing the Embroidering Position .......................................................................99

Adjusting the angle ............................................................................................100

Aligning the Embroidering Position ....................................................................... 103

Using the built-in camera .................................................................................. 103

Using the included embroidery positioning sticker ............................................ 105

Switching the Thread Colors on the Screen........................................................... 108

Embroidering a Pattern Containing Eleven or More Colors ................................... 110

Checking if thread spool changes are necessary.................................................111

Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Eleven or More Colors ....................113

Change thread spools message and spool thread indicators ............................... 113

Easily changing the thread spools ...................................................................... 114

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering ........... 115

If the upper thread breaks .................................................................................. 115

If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out .............................................................. 117

Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern .................................. 118

Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine ..........................................120

Adjusting the Thread Tension................................................................................ 122

Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread.........................................................122

Adjusting the tension of the upper thread...........................................................123

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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 35.

• Do not apply extreme force when

Replacing the needle

Turn off the embroidery machine.

1

CAUTION

● 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

2

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.

3

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

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.

● 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.

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1 Needle bar stopper 2 Needle 3 Flat side of needle 4 Needle changing tool (Threader)

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Hold the needle changing tool and press the end of the needle changing tool 1 in 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.

1 End of the needle changing tool 2 Needle mounting clamp

While holding the needle in place with your

4

left hand, tighten the needle set screw.

Use the Allen screw driver to turn the needle set screw clockwise.

3

CAUTION

● Be sure to insert the needle in the

needle bar chamber until it reaches 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 dealer.

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Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames

Various types of embroidery frames can be used with this machine to suit your project. In addition to the four included embroidery frames, there are many frames that can be used with this embroidery machine. (Refer to “Optional accessories” on page 24.)

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 holders

Two types of embroidery frame holders (embroidery frame holder A and embroidery frame holder B) are included with this machine. Embroidery frame holder A is used with the four included embroidery frames. Embroidery frame holder B is used with the optional embroidery frames. In addition, if optional embroidery frame holder C is used, a frame from the optional round frame series can be installed. For details on which embroidery frame can be installed on each embroidery frame holder, refer to “Types of embroidery frames/frame holders and their applications” on page 91.

1 Embroidery frame holder A 2 White corner covers 3 Embroidery frame holder B 4 Light gray corner covers 5 Magnet 6 Embroidery frame holder C (optional) 7 Dark gray corner covers

When difficult to replace the embroidery frame

Depending on the position of the needle bars, it may be difficult to replace the embroidery frame. In that case, follow the procedure described below to move the embroidery frame.

Touch .

1

X The needle bar move screen appears.

Touch .

2

X The carriage automatically moves to a

position where the embroidery frame can easily be replaced.

• Touch to close the needle bar move screen and to move the carriage to the previous position.

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Types of embroidery frames/frame holders and their applications

Embroidery type

Extra-large embroidery frame

Extra-large embroidery frame (optional)

Flat frame (optional) 200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W)

Large embroidery frame 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W)

Embroidery frame holder A

200 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 14 inches (W))

Use when embroidering connecting characters or patterns, combined patterns or large embroidery patterns.

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.

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

Use when embroidering jackets and other thick garments.

(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))

Embroidering area

Usage

Reference

(Refer to “Hooping the Fabric” on page 94.)

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Consult your nearest Brother dealer.

(Refer to “Hooping the Fabric” on page 94.)

Medium embroidery frame

Small embroidery frame 40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W)

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

Use when embroidering standard-sized patterns.

(1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W)) Use when embroidering small-sized patterns, such as

nametags.

(Refer to “Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame” on page 49.)

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Note

Embroidery type

Quilt frame (optional) 200 mm (H) × 200 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) ×

Border frame (optional) 100 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (4 inches (H) ×

Embroidery

frame holder B

Jumbo Frame (optional) 360 mm (H) × 360 (W) mm (14 inches (H) ×

Round frame (optional) ∅=diameter

(optional)

Embroidery

frame holder C

Cap frame wide type (optional) 60 mm (H) × 360 mm (W) (2-3/8 inches (H) × 14 inches

Cylinder frame (optional) 80 mm (H) × 90 mm (W)

7-7/8 inches (W)) Use when embroidering pieces for quilts.

11-3/4 inches (W)) Use when embroidering a long string of characters or

patterns.

14 inches (W)) Use when embroidering combined patterns with a size less

than 350 mm (H) × 200 mm (W) (13-3/4 inches (H) × 7-7/8 inches (W)) or patterns with a maximum size of 350 mm (H) × 350 mm(W) (13-3/4 inches (H) × 13-3/4 inches (W)).

∅100 mm (4 inches) ∅130 mm (5 inches) ∅160 mm (6 inches)

Use when adding a built-in embroidery pattern to a sleeve. Select the frame appropriate for the size of the pattern.

(W)) Use when embroidering caps.

Baseball (golf) caps, tulip hats and bucket hats can be embroidered with these frames. These frames cannot be used with hats having a front area of 60 mm (2-3/8inches) or less, such as sun visors and children’s hats. In addition, these cannot be used with hats that have a brim longer than 80 mm (3-1/8 inches).

(3 inches (H) × 3-1/2 inches (W)) Use when embroidering tubular and curved fabric, such as

shirt sleeves and trousers.

Embroidering area

Usage

Reference

Consult your nearest Brother dealer.

Refer to “Embroidery Patterns for the Optional Jumbo Frame” on page 254.

Consult your nearest Brother dealer.

(For details on attaching this frame, refer to “Using the Optional Cap Frame” on page 258.)

Consult your nearest Brother dealer.

● 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 used is too large, the pattern may be misaligned or the fabric may pucker.

● All genuine embroidery frames that can be used with PR-600, PR-600II, PR-620 and PR-650 can be installed on this machine.

● When sewing with a following optional embroidery frame; jumbo frame, border frame, quilt frame or flat frame, the included table must be installed to the machine.

● Due to the weight of the embroidery frame and fabric it is recommended that the included table be used, to prevent the frame holder from bending, which may result in the distortion of your design or machine damage.

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Note

Memo

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

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stabilizer (backing) to the back of the fabric.

● 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.

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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)

● 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 iron-on stabilizer (backing) under the fabric in the embroidery frame without ironing it.

● For other uses of stabilizer (backing), refer to “Stabilizers (backing)” on page 247.

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Hooping the Fabric

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

Loosen the screw on the outer frame.

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1 Screw

Place the fabric with right side up on top of

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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.

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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 (non screw) D.

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,

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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.

1 Outer frame 2 Inner frame 3 Right side of fabric 4 Top of inner and outer frames are even

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

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 lightly pull the fabric in the

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1 Disc-shaped screwdriver

● To correctly frame the fabric in the

embroidery frame, we recommend using a flat surface.

● Refer to “Hooping fabric in the small

embroidery frame” on page 50 for details on hooping smaller frames.

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Press the inner frame into the outer frame.

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Using 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

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fabric you want to embroider.

Place the embroidery sheet on the inner

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frame. Align the guidelines on the embroidery sheet with the marks that you drew on the fabric.

Remove the embroidery sheet.

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1 Guidelines 2 Inner frame

Gently stretch the fabric, so that there are

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no folds or wrinkles.

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■ Embroidering the corner of fabric

Large/small pieces of fabric

When embroidering the corner of a piece of fabric, use spray fabric adhesive to attach the

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

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).

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.

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,

• Use a clothespin or binder clip to fasten the excess fabric to the embroidery frame.

clamp both ends of the fabric, together with the stabilizer (backing), in 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 Fabric 2 Stabilizer (backing)

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1 Ribbon 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 49, 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

A message indicating that the embroidery frame be replaced may appear even if no embroidery frame is installed. 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 embroidery frame is not actually installed. In addition, if the embroidery frame holder is not installed, the embroidery machine determines that the cap frame (optional) is installed.

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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.

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■ 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.

• 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.

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.

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