Brother THE Dream Quilter 15S Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

Copyright Jan 01, 2017
Jim M. Bagley, GraceWood, Inc
(Reproduction Prohibited)
Version 1.0

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4

Specications and Overview 5
Specications and Overview 6

Parts List 7
Step 1: Attaching the Thread Mast 8
Step 2a: Connecting the Front Display 8
Step 2b: Connecting the Side Display 9
Step 3: Plugging In The Cables 10

Threading the Quilting Machine 11
Winding Bobbins 12
Installing the Bobbin Case 13
Thread Tension 14
Adjusting Thread Tension 15
Foot Pedal 16

Final Checklist 17
Main Screen Options 18
Sewing Modes 19
Settings 20
System Info 21
Repair Kit 22

The Needle Plate 23
The Hook Holder 24

Hopping Foot 25
Timing The Machine 26
Changing A Needle 27
Cleaning Tension Discs 27

Cleaning Bobbin Area 28
Cleaning Bobbin Case 28
Oiling the Machine: Head 29

Oiling the Machine: Hook 30
Troubleshooting 31
Troubleshooting 32

Needle Information 33
Thread Information 34
Additional Tips 35

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:

Read all instructions before using (this machine).

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. The machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this machine from

the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

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

1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this machine is

used by or near children.

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

3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer

or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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

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

6. Do not use outdoors.

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

8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from the outlet.

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

ii) Keep ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.
iii) Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
iv) Do not use bent needles.
v) Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deect the needle causing it to break.
vi) Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as
threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
vii) Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,

or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

Connect this machine to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Do not discard box or packaging

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Important Safety Instructions

Grounding Methods

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides path of

least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into

an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric

shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow

stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is necessary,
do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualied electrician

or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether
the product is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the product - if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.

This product is for use on a nominal 120 V circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in sketch A in Figure 61.1. A temporary adaptor, which looks like the adaptor illustrated in
sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a
properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly

grounded outlet can be installed by a qualied electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, and the like,

extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by the metal screw.

A qualied electrician should be consulted if there is any doubt as to whether an outlet box is properly

grounded.

Figure 61.1

Surge

Protector

To Sewing

Machine

Adapter

Grounding

Means

(C)

Grounding

Pin

(A)

Surge

Protector

To Sewing

Machine

Grounding

PIN

(D)

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Metal

Screw

Cover of

Grounded

Outlet Box

(B)

Specications and Overview

• Height: 480 mm, 19”

• Width: 395 mm, 15.5”

• Length: 585 mm, 23”

• Weight: 42 Lbs

• Quilting Arm Length: 15” W 8.5” H

• Maximum SPM: 1800

• Minimum SPM: 90

• Input Voltage: 110-220 VAC

• Input Frequency: 47-63 Hz

• Peak Power Consumption: 300 W

• Timing Belt System

• Bobbin Type: Large M Class

• 5in Touch Screen

• Built in Bobbin Winder

• Dual Thread Tension Guides, for precise tension.

Left

Rear

Right

Front

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Specications and Overview

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3

6

5

4

1

2

12

13

14

11

10

15

8

18

9

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1. Thread Mast Base

2. Bobbin Thread Guide

3. Bobbin Thread Tensioner

4. Bobbin Thread Cutter

5. Bobbin Wind Stand

6. Bobbin Sensor

7. Dual Thread Tension Guide

8. Small Thread Tensioner

9. Large Thread Tensioner

10. Thread Guides

11. Take Up Lever

12. Lamp

13. Needle Bar

14. Needle

15. Hopping Foot

16. Thread Stand

17. Carriage Feet

18. Handwheel

19. Bobbin Case

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Parts List

Sewing Machine Parts

Side Mount Bracket (1)

5in Screen with Cable

and Stylus (1)

Foot Pedal (1)

Thread Mast (1)

Bobbin Case (1)

Pre-installed

Screen Mount Cap (1)

M3 Thumb Screw (2)

(1 pre-installed)

Bobbin (3)

(2) Pre-installed

Lint Brush (1) Timing Spacer (1) Power Cable (1)

M5 x 6mm SBHCS (2)

Needle (11)

(1) Pre-installed

Screwdriver (1)

Oil Bottle (1)

Flat Head

2mm “T” Handle Allen

Wrench (1)

2.5mm “T” Handle
Allen Wrench (1)

3mm “T” Handle Allen

Wrench (1)

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4mm “T” Handle Allen

Wrench (1)

Step 1: Installing the Thread Mast

Parts Needed:

1. Thread Mast (1)

Step 2a: Connecting the Front Display

Parts Needed:

1. Display Screen (1) (with cable and clip)

1-1

Screw the Thread mast to the Sewing Machine.

The thread

mast acts as a

Thread

Mast

guide for the

thread, and

makes it less

likely to get

snagged or

looped around

any object.

2-1a Connect the Display Ribbon Cable from the Display Screen to the Display Hub.

Display

Display

Screen

Display
Ribbon

Cable

Display

Clip

Hub

2-2a Attach Display Screen into the Display Hub.

Display

Screen

Display

Clip

Display

Hub

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Step 2b: Connecting the Side Display

Parts Needed:

1. Display Screen (1) (with cable and clip)

2. Side Mount Bracket (1)

3. M5 x 6mm SBHCS (2)

4. Screen Mount Cap (1)

2-1b Connect the Side Mount Bracket using the (2) M5 x 6mm SBHCS.

Side Mount

Bracket

M5 x 6mm

SBHCS

2-2b Connect the Display Ribbon Cable from the Display Screen to the Display Hub and connect the
Display Screen to the Side Mount Bracket. Install the Screen Mount Cap into the Display Hub.

Display

Hub

Screen

Mount Cap

Display

Clip

Display

Screen

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Step 3: Plugging in the Cables

Parts Needed:

1. Power Cable (1)

2. Foot Pedal (1)

3-1: Plug in the Foot Pedal Cable into the sewing
machine.

3-2: Once all the cables are connected, you can
attach the power cord to the sewing machine,
then connect the power cord to an outlet.

Power

Adapter

Off
On

3-3: When you are ready to begin sewing,
turn on the machine using the power switch
located on the back of the machine.
Note: Below is a reference of how the

machine should be congured.

Power

Cord

USB Connector Port

(Programming only)

Foot Pedal

(For sit down system)

Foot

Pedal

Cable

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Threading the Quilting Machine

1. Place thread on the cone style thread stand.

2. Pull the thread through both loops of the thread mast.

3. Put the thread through the top hole on the thread

guide, wrap the thread around and through the bottom
hole of thread guide at the middle of the machine.

4. Take the thread through the rst thread tensioner,

between the two disks.

5. Loop the thread down around the second tensioner.

6. Pull the thread through the tensioner disks and around

the Check Spring.

7. Feed the thread into the thread guide below the
tensioner

8. Feed the thread through the right thread guide up to
the take up lever.

9. Pull the thread through the hole in the take up lever.

10. Feed thread into the left thread guide below.

11. Pull the thread down towards the needle and

through the bottom thread guide.

12. Feed the thread through the eyelet in the
front of the needle arm.

13. Feed the thread through the eye of the
needle.

Needle Diagram

Front View Side View

Shank

Shaft

Groove

Eye

Point

Scarf

2

11

12

10

13

3

9

4

Make sure the
thread is between
the tensioner discs.

1

8

5

6

7

The Thread Must

Go Through The

Check Spring.

Use cone

style thread

*Be sure to

install the

Needle with

12

the scarf

toward

the throat

13

of your

machine.

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