Pfaff creative stylist MN 110 User guide

User’s Guide

This household sewing machine is designed to comply with 2006/42/EC (Machinery) and UL1594.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND WARNINGS

WHEN USING EMBROIDERY MACHINES, THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND/OR INJURY.

• The embroidery machine is provided with the following warning label:

• Exercise the important safeguards and warnings associated with the label.

• Improper use of this embroidery machine may result in temporary, permanent or fatal injuries.

• To prevent injuries, keep hands, body parts and other objects away from needle bar rack, guide rail, etc.

• Keep the machine away from heat sources.

• This embroidery machine is only for indoor household use. Do NOT use outdoors.

• Do NOT use embroidery machine for other than its intended use.

• This embroidery machine is NOT intended to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised while using the embroidery machine and given instruction on how to use the embroidery machine by the person responsible for their safety. The person who is giving instruction MUST have read and understand how to use this embroidery machine and assumes total responsibility for the safety of the person they are supervising.

• Children must NOT use this embroidery machine.

• Children should be supervised to make sure that they do NOT play with packing materials, plastic bags and/or the embroidery machine.

• Close supervision is necessary when the embroidery machine is used near children.

• To protect against electrical shock, do NOT immerse cord plug or embroidery machine in water or other liquids.

• Turn off and unplug the embroidery machine from the electrical outlet when NOT in use and before cleaning. To unplug the embroidery machine, grab the power plug and pull it outwards from the electrical outlet. Do NOT pull the power cord.

• Make sure the embroidery machine is turned off before inserting and/or removing parts.

• It is recommended to regularly inspect the embroidery machine. Do NOT operate the embroidery machine with a damaged cord, plug, needles, bobbins, etc., or after the embroidery machine malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.

• Do NOT use accessory attachments that are NOT recommended by the embroidery machine manufacturer, since it may cause injuries and malfunctions of the embroidery machine.

• Do NOT touch needles or sharp embroidery machine parts when installing or removing embroi-

dery frames, accessory ttings or while providing maintenance to the embroidery machine.

• Do NOT over extend power cord or let it touch hot surfaces.

• Do NOT place embroidery machine on or near hot gas, an electric burner, an oven, a gas or elec-

tric cooktop, an open ame, an iron, or steam embroidery machine.

• To turn off the embroidery machine press the “Stop” button, turn off the power switch at the rear of the embroidery machine and then unplug the power cord from electrical outlet. See the Turning off section for more information.

• When using the embroidery machine, provide adequate air space above and around the sides of the machine for circulation. Do not block any ventilation opening while the embroidery machine

is being used and make sure the ventilation opening is free from the accumulation uff, dust and

NOT covered by a cloth.

• For extra protection, when operating the embroidery machine, use safety glasses and closed toe shoes to prevent injuries.

• To replace the needles, use tweezers or pliers to grab the needle. Do NOT use your ngers.

• Do NOT leave the embroidery machine unattended while in use, and press “Stop” in the case of an emergency. See the Turning off section for more information.

• The embroidery machine weighs about 95 pounds and should be carried between two people. Only lift the embroidery machine from its base and use caution to prevent back, knees and/or other types of injuries or damage to the embroidery machine.

• Do NOT lift or grab embroidery machine by the touch-screen or any of the removable parts.

• The embroidery machine’s power cord MUST be plugged into a UPS power supply to protect it from a power surge, power outage and to provide enough time for embroidery job to be completed in case of a power outage.

• If there is a power outage and the embroidery machine is NOT plugged into a UPS power supply, it will turn off. If it is plugged into a UPS power supply, once the job is completed, turn off the embroidery machine and unplug it from the UPS power supply.

• If there is a power outage, turn off the embroidery machine and unplug it from the electrical outlet.

• Do NOT operate the embroidery machine if it is covered by or touching ammable materials,

including towels, curtains, draperies, walls or anything similar.

• Do NOT store any ammable liquids near the embroidery machine.

• Do NOT operate the embroidery machine in a place where sprays are used or oxygen is stored.

• Do not store the embroidery machine in a place with direct sunshine or high humidity. Do not use or store the embroidery machine close to a heater, iron, halogen lamp or another high-temperature object.

• Do NOT place any item on top of the embroidery machine while in operation.

• Do NOT store any materials or items other than the manufacturer’s recommended accessories on top or beneath the embroidery machine when NOT in use.

• Do NOT use any materials that are not recommended for the embroidery machine such as paper, cardboard, plastic, foam and other such materials or their likes.

• Use extreme caution MUST be used when moving the embroidery machine to prevent any injuries. It is recommended that the embroidery machine NOT be moved while it is being used or plugged into the electrical outlet.

• To prevent needle breakage, do not use damaged needles or an incorrect needle plate.

• Keep foreign objects away from embroidery machine openings to avoid personal injuries.

• When using scissors or seam rippers, keep hands and ngers away from the cutting direction to avoid injuries and only use them for their specied purpose.

• Do NOT use the embroidery machine on an unstable surface. Place the embroidery machine on a stable, leveled, and durable surface or use the embroidery machine stand.

• Do NOT use the embroidery machine stand to store anything else but the embroidery machine and its accessories.

• If the embroidery machine falls to the oor, it has been splashed with or soaked in water or other liquids do NOT use it – contact your local dealer to schedule an appointment with a qualied

technician to service the embroidery machine. Contact your local PFAFF

dealer.

• Do NOT use the embroidery machine if it begins to heat up, color changes or deformation occurs, stop using the embroidery machine immediately, turn it off, and unplug it from the electri-

cal outlet. Then contact your local PFAFF

dealer.

• Never wear loose articles of clothing that can be caught by the needles or any part of the embroidery machine while it is being used.

• The end user MUST never attempt to repair or modify the embroidery machine in any way and

MUST contact their local PFAFF certied technician. Working on the PFAFF voiding of the warranty.

• VSM Group AB, its owners, partners, ofcers, employees, afliates, manufacturers, factories,

importers, promoters, parent companies and anyone else who does business with them are NOT responsible or liable for anyone misusing the embroidery machine, modifying the original embroidery machine in anyway, servicing it with unauthorized personnel, not following or ignoring instructions, or using the embroidery machine for anything else other than its intended use.

• Three-prong plug: The embroidery machine has a 3-prong plug. To reduce the risk of electric

shock, this plug is intended to t into the outlet only one way. If the plug does not fully t into the outlet, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. Do

NOT use an extension cord with this embroidery machine.

• Tamper-resistant screw: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent re-

moval of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, DO NOT attempt to remove

the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Authorized service personnel should ONLY do the repair.

• Power cord: To prevent damage, electric shock or re hazard, do NOT operate the embroidery

machine with a damaged power cord or if power plug is not completely inserted into the electrical outlet. If the power cord is damaged, please contact your local PFAFF

• If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it's service

agent or a similarly qualied person, in order to avoid a hazard.

dealer or customer service to schedule repairs with a factory

embroidery machine by the end user may result in

dealer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS EMBROIDERY MACHINE IS FOR INDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS

In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No ground means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and

knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualied service personnel. Replacement

parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A doubleinsulated product is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO OPERATING

• This manual is a comprehensive step-by-step user instruction guide on how to use the 10-needle home embroidery machine with the 7-inch HD LCD touch-screen panel.

• Make sure to read, understand and follow all these instructions.

• To address any questions relating to ordering parts, operating the 10-needle home embroidery machine with the 7-inch HD LCD touch-screen panel, troubleshooting, maintenance or service, please contact your local dealer.

WATTAGE

110V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz available

CUSTOMER SERVICE, SUPPORT AND TRAINING

If you should have any questions regarding your embroidery machine or training, please contact your local PFAFF® dealer to schedule an appointment.

CONTENTS

Quick Reference Guide/Checklist 7

INTRODUCTION 9

Embroidery machine overview 9

Front view 9

Rear view 9

Display overview 10

Embroidery hoop overview 10

Toolbox and spareparts 10

PREPARATION 11

Unpack your embroidery machine 11

Adjust and secure your embroidery machine 11

Thread stand assembly 12

Attaching the thread stand to the machine 12

Getting started 13

Turning on 13

Turning off 13

Electronic bobbin winder 14

Specications 14

Bobbin winder overview 14

Assembling the bobbin winder 15

Winding the bobbin 15

Bobbin overview 16

Placing the bobbin in the bobbin case 16

Inserting the bobbin case into the rotary hook 17

Removing the bobbin 17

Threading the top threads 18

Threading the thread rack 19

Threading the top of the machine 19

Threading the needle bar frame 19

Threading the needle 19

Fast threading of the top thread 20

Flat hoop support 21

Attaching the at hoop support 21

Removing the at hoop support 21

Adjusting the width of the at hoop support 21

Positioning the at hoop support 21

Attaching the hoop 22

Removing the hoop 22

Hooping the fabric 23

Cap hoop 24

Cap driver installation 24

Cap station installation 24

Hooping the cap 25

Attaching the cap hoop to the cap driver 25

Removing the cap hoop from the cap driver 25

Removing the cap driver from the embroidery arm 25

Tension 26

Factors that affect thread tension 26

Check thread tension 26

Adjusting the thread tension 26

Changing the needle 27

Control panel functions 28

Start/stop 28

Trimming 28

100-Degree button 28

COLOR TOUCH SCREEN 29

The touch screen 29

Home page – overview 30

Logo selection page – overview 31

Color sequence page – overview 31

Design setting page – overview 32

Comprehensive setting page – overview 32

Importing/uploading a design 33

Selecting a design 34

Selecting an embroidery hoop 34

Selecting the color sequence 35

Color change mode 35

How to switch to color change mode 35

Needle switch display icon 36

Embroidery design trace 36

How to trace your design 36

Using oat mode 37

How to oat through a design 37

Offsetting the hoop on one needle 38

Setting low speed on a specic needle 38

Embroidery status 39

Tracing the embroidery area 39

Deleting a design 39

Adding a font 40

How to abort a job 41

How to adjust speed 41

How to bring the hoop out 41

EMBROIDERY PROCESS 42

Completing a at design (start to nish) 42

Prepare 42

Embroider 42

Completing a cap design (start to nish) 43

Prepare 43

Embroider 43

MAINTENANCE & CARE 44

Rotary hook 44

Machine head 44

Lever arms 44

Head rail 45

Bobbin case maintenance 45

Thread break 46

If no thread break is apparent: 46

If a thread has broken: 46

Reasons 46

Garment or fabric 46

Embroidery design 46

Prevention 46

Needle break 46

Timing overview 47

Bobbin tension 47

Thread break (“t-break”) 47

Needle break 47

Main axis not at 100 degrees 48

If you are still receiving the error message 48

THREADS, STABILIZERS & NEEDLES 49

Thread ber choices 49

Rayon thread 49

Polyester thread 49

Metallic thread 49

Cotton thread 49

Thread consumption 49

Bobbin ber choices 50

Cotton 50

Nylon 50

Continuous lament polyester 50

Spun polyester 50

Magna glide 50

Backing/stabilizer 51

Cut-away 51

Tear-away 51

Specialty backing 51

Needles 52

Anatomy of a needle 52

Needle lifetime 52

When to change the needle 52

Selecting a needle 52

Topping 52

Foam 52

Poly mesh backing 52

Fusibal backing 52

Blade size 53

Needle nishes 53

Point types 53

Needle and thread matrix 54

Backing and needle recommendations 54

IMPORTANT – BEFORE GETTING STARTED

• Make sure the temperature of the environment

surrounding the machine is in between the 40°F – 104°F (5°C – 40°C).

• In the case of lightning, make sure to turn-off

the embroidery machine

• Set up the embroidery machine near an electrical

outlet.

• Keep the machine free of dust.

• Do not keep liquid near the embroidery

machine.

• Make sure all packaging materials have been

removed.

• Make sure all base feet are at the same height.

• Make sure all base feet are locked.

• Exercise caution when removing parts.

• Do not plug the embroidery machine into the

socket until the machine is set-up and ready to begin.

• Wear glasses and gloves when lubricating the embroidery machine.

• Do not block the ventilation of the embroidery machine.

• Make sure the embroidery machine is not in direct sunlight.

• Set the embroidery machine two inches (2”) away from the wall.

• Lift the embroidery machine with at least two people.

• Lift the embroidery machine from he bottom – ONLY.

• Make sure there are no objects underneath the embroidery machine

• Make sure there are no objects within the moving range of the embroidery machine.

• Set the embroidery machine on a leveled, balanced and durable surface.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE/CHECKLIST

Before embroidery machine operation, please conrm the following steps have been performed.

Step Operation Reference page

Important: Before getting started

Threading of top thread

Check thread tension

Bobbin in the rotary hook

Turning on the machine

Importing a design

Select embroidery design

Select embroidery hoop

Hoop fabric

Check embroidery area

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Attach embroidery hoop onto the embroidery machine

Start embroidery

Remove embroidery hoop and fabric

Turning off

INTRODUCTION – 7

8 – INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

EMBROIDERY MACHINE OVERVIEW

Embroidery machine may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

FRONT VIEW

1. Thread stand

2. Thread guides

3. Upper thread tension

4. Thread guide tube

5. Spool pin

6. Sponge cushion

7. Thread rack

8. Thread take up lever

9. Needle bar frame

10. Embroidery arm

11. Flat hoop support

12. Hoop holder

REAR VIEW

1. Hand wheel/Degree knob

13. Hoop

14. Bobbin housing unit

15. Thread cutter

16. Presser foot

17. Base feet

18. Needle

19. Color touch screen

20. Lower thread tension clip

21. Lower thread tension knob

22. Thread guide

23. Upper thread tension clip

2. Power switch (On/Off)

3. Power cord socket

INTRODUCTION – 9

DISPLAY OVERVIEW

1. Color Touch Screen

2. Start/Stop button

3. Thread trimming button

4. 100-degree button

5. Speaker

6. Panel arm adjusting knobs

7. Panel adjusting knob

8. USB port

9. Computer network interface (insert internet cable)

EMBROIDERY HOOP OVERVIEW

1. Cap hoop (260X60mm)

2. Embroidery hoop A (70x50mm)

3. Embroidery hoop B (110x110mm)

4. Embroidery hoop C (190x140mm)

5. Embroidery hoop D (310x210mm)

TOOLBOX AND SPAREPARTS

(not pictured)

• Sponge Cushion x5

• Bobbins

• Needle Pack-DBxK5 75/11

• USB stick

• Brush

• Scissors

• Adjustable screw driver 4 by 107 mm

• Double end wrench

• Oil can – 40 grams

• Electronic Bobbin Winder

• Threading tool

• Spare parts box-D type

10 – INTRODUCTION

PREPARATION

UNPACK YOUR EMBROIDERY MACHINE

It is recommended to keep all shipping materials.

Practice safety by using two (2) people to carry the embroidery machine.

1. Carefully remove the box by pulling upwards, using the cutouts found on the sides of the box.

2. Identify all of the accessories encased within the exterior of the styrofoam surrounding the embroidery machine.

3. Remove the accessories:

• Cap driver

• Thread stand

• Flat hoop support

• Toolbox

• Ethernet cable

• Cap station

• Thread cone holders

• Embroidery hoops

• Connecting cable

• Power cord

4. Remove the styrofoam.

5. Remove the Velcro tie from the plastic bag covering the embroidery machine.

6. Pull the plastic cover down.

7. Lift the embroidery machine from the bottom and place it on top of the stand. Use caution.

8. Remove the protection lm.

ADJUST AND SECURE YOUR EMBROIDERY MACHINE

To avoid accidents or injuries, lift the embroidery machine between two (2) people.

Keep the embroidery machine two inches (50 mm) away from the wall.

Do not block the embroidery machine’s ventilation.

• Set up the embroidery machine on top of a leveled, balanced, and durable surface. Make sure to remove all packaging materials from the embroidery machine.

• Adjust the height of the base feet by rotating the adjusting nuts (1) clockwise or counter clockwise. Once desired height has been achieved, lock the base feet by tightening the lock nut (2).

Make sure all feet have the same height.

• Adjust the length of the display arm, by loosening the adjusting knobs (3).

• Tilt the display by loosening the panel adjusting knob (4), then tighten it again to hold the panel in place.

PREPARATIONS – 11

THREAD STAND ASSEMBLY

Assemble the thread rack by inserting a spool pin in each hole. Put a sponge cushion onto each spool pin. If needed, put a plastic thread reel onto each spool pin. The plastic thread reels are used to help keep the thread spool in place as the machine runs and/or when using larger spools.

ATTACHING THE THREAD STAND TO THE MACHINE

1. Loosen the lower screws (A) on the thread stand columns.

Lift off the thread stand.

2. Remove the lower lock nuts (B) on the thread stand columns.

Place the thread rack onto the thread stand columns.

Replace and tighten the lower lock nuts (B) to the thread stand columns.

If needed, also tighten the upper lock nuts (C).

3. Put the assembled thread stand back onto the machine.

Tighten the lower screws (A) on the thread stand columns to secure the thread rack.

Loosen the upper screws (D) on the thread stand columns to adjust the height of the thread stand columns.

12 – PREPARATIONS

GETTING STARTED

To prevent injury, keep hands and other objects away from the needle bar rack.

• The main power switch is located on the back of

the embroidery machine.

• The “O” icon (1) turns the embroidery machine

OFF.

• The “I” icon (2) turns the embroidery machine

ON.

• Once the embroidery machine is turned on, the

needle bar rack will automatically move to the position of needle bar 5.

TURNING ON

• Insert the power cord into the back of the

embroidery machine (3).

• Connect power supply cord to an electrical

outlet.

A surge protector is highly recommended.

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• Move the main power switch on to “I.”

The needle bar rack will automatically move

to the position of needle bar #5 and the Color Touch Screen will turn on.

TURNING OFF

To prevent injury, make sure embroidery machine is turned off when not in use.

In the case of a power outage, while the embroidery machine is in use, perform steps one (1) and two (2)

identied below.

1. Move the main power switch to “O.”

2. Disconnect the power supply cord from the

electrical outlet.

3. Disconnect the power supply cord from the

embroidery machine.

PREPARATIONS – 13

ELECTRONIC BOBBIN WINDER

Among the accessories, you nd the electronic bobbin winder. This device is commonly used in home and

commercial embroidery to wind bottom thread, also known as bobbin thread.

SPECIFICATIONS

Packing size Product size Voltage Net weight Gross weight

355 X 90 X 115 mm 225 X 80 X 215 mm AC90~240 490 G 540 G

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BOBBIN WINDER OVERVIEW

1. Bobbin thread/Spool pin

2. Thread guide

3. Thread tension guide

4. Adjusting bolt - adjusts the height of the tension unit

5. Thread tension knob - adjusts thread tension

6. Indicator light; green - working mode red - power on

14 – PREPARATIONS

7. Winding motor

8. Thread amount adjuster - loosen the screw and move to determine the amount of thread wounded to the spool

9. Detection sensor - detects when bobbin is full

10. Main motor - controls the system carrier

11. Thread cutter

12. Start button - start winding

13. Stop button - stop manually

ASSEMBLING THE BOBBIN WINDER

Inspect the package and device for any damages. If there are no damages, install the main engine to the bottom plate, with the two screws (1).

Attach the thread guide (2) and the spool pin (3) as illustrated.

WINDING THE BOBBIN

• Place the bobbin thread spool on the spool pin (1).Guide the thread through the thread guide (2), and through the hole in the tension thread guide (3).

• Place the thread between the thread tension discs under the thread tension knob.(4).

• Place a bobbin on the winding motor (5) and wind a few turns of thread clockwise around it. Touch the “Start” button to start winding. The winding motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full.

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PREPARATIONS – 15

BOBBIN OVERVIEW

1. Bobbin

2. Tension spring

3. Opening

4. Bobbin case

5. Bobbin case release latch

6. Thread guide/Pig tail

• An “L” size/style bobbin must be used for your embroidery machine.

• The bobbin case can be found in the tool box.

• Remove the foam piece in the rotary hook before use.

• The embroidery machine will not indicate remaining quantity of bobbin thread. Before

starting your embroidery, make sure sufcient

bobbin thread for the embroidery design.

• If the bobbin runs out of thread, the embroidery machine will display a thread break (“T-break”)

notication. See the Thread break section for

more information.

• Clean the bobbin case when replacing the bobbin.

• Open the needle plate and clean the trimming set area weekly.

• Wind self-wound bobbins or buy pre-wound commercial bobbins in disposable cartridges.

• For a high speed, commercial embroidery machine, a smooth and consistent release of thread is required for proper function. Commercial pre-wound bobbins are economical and they run smoothly. It is better to run a polyester bobbin, than a cotton bobbin because it leaves less lint.

• On average, bobbins usually last for about 35,000 to 42,000 stitches depending on the stitch length of your design.

PLACING THE BOBBIN IN THE BOBBIN CASE

Inserting your bobbin correctly will help your embroidery machine run smoothly.

An issue with the bobbin thread affects all needle bars.

• Hold the bobbin with the thread in the clockwise direction (1).

• Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case (2).

• Pass the thread through the opening slit (3).

• Pull the bobbin thread under the tension arm and exit the notch at the other end (4).

• Turn the bobbin over, and pull on the thread. Make sure the bobbin rotates in a clockwise direction.

• Wrap the thread around the pigtail twice (5).

16 – PREPARATIONS

INSERTING THE BOBBIN CASE INTO THE ROTARY HOOK

Note: When inserting the bobbin case into the rotary hook, make sure the thread tail is no longer than 3 inches (7 cm). A longer tail can wrap around the shaft and create a buildup of thread. If the thread is not long enough, the needle will be unable to grab it.

• Hold the bobbin case by the bobbin case release latch with the pigtail facing up.

• Insert the bobbin case into the rotary hook by aligning bobbin case with the rotary hook groove (1).

• Push in the bobbin case slightly and make sure the bobbin case clicks into place.

• Close the bobbin housing unit.

REMOVING THE BOBBIN

1. Open the bobbin housing unit.

2. Identify the thread hook. If thread hook is not forward, then pull it forward.

Note: Do not pull thread hook beyond its capacity. It only moves to a certain extent.

3. Grab the bobbin case by the bobbin case release latch.

4. Gently remove the bobbin case from the machine.

5. Remove the empty or nearly empty bobbin from the bobbin case and discard or rewind.

PREPARATIONS – 17

THREADING THE TOP THREADS

To complete top threading, please follow the threading instructions carefully. Incorrect threading may cause thread or needle breakage. The threading paths are numbered from 1-10, they can be threaded in any order, but must follow it’s own threading path. The example below illustrates threading path #10.

Note: A pair of tweezers might be a good help when threading the machine.

1-3

4-7

14-17

1012-13

18 – PREPARATIONS

THREADING THE THREAD RACK

• Place a thread spool on the spool pin at the rear right. Pull out some thread.

THREADING THE NEEDLE BAR FRAME

• Pass the thread over the upper thread course (11).

• Pass the thread through the bottom eyelet of the rear metal rack (1).

• Proceed to pull the thread through the vertical eyelet (2).

• Pass the thread through the corresponding eyelet of the front metal rack (3).

• Feed the thread through the eyelet of the upper tension knob (4).

Pass the thread (from right to left) in between

the tension plates (5).

• Hold the upper end of the thread guide tube (6), and carfully remove it, by pulling it upwards and then out.

Repeat with the other end of the tube.

• Take the threading tool, and insert it completely into the thread guide tube. Hook the thread around the threading tool (7).

• Carefully pull the threading tool (and thread) back through the tube (7).

Unhook the thread.

• Pass the thread down through the right path of the threading slot (12). Pull the thread around the bottom of the divider and bring the thread up again.

• Pass the thread through the eye of the take-up lever from right to left (13), and then down through the slot again.

THREADING THE NEEDLE

• Lead the thread through the eylet in the needle bar (14).

• Pass the thread behind the thread hook from right to left (15).

• Thread the needle from front to back and then through the hole in the presser foot (16).

• Pull the thread up and around the thread cutter (17), from the left to the right.

Snap the plastic tube ends back into place.

Pull the thread out of the tube (enough thread

to be able to continue threading down the entire thread path down to the presser foot).

THREADING THE TOP OF THE MACHINE

• Guide the thread from right to left under the upper thread tension clip (8).

On the machine cover, there are arrows guiding you through the correct threading path.

• Thread around the thread guide as indicated by the arrows.

• Turn the thread 1,5 turns around the lower thread tension knob (9).

• Thread around the thread guide as indicated by the arrows.

• Guide the thread from left to right under the lower thread tension clip (10).

Note: For spool 1-5, thread from right to left, For

spool 6-10, thread from left-right.

PREPARATIONS – 19

FAST THREADING OF THE TOP THREAD

You can quickly replace a thread spool by tying the old thread to the new thread. Follow the steps below to correctly replace a spool.

1. Clip the thread from the spool you would like to replace. Clip the thread right above the spool, making sure the thread is still in the thread path.

2. Remove the old spool and place the new thread spool on the spool pin.

3. Securely tie the new thread to the previous thread. Use a knot that will pull easily through the needle’s eye. The best knots are the square knot and the weaver’s knot.

4. Grab the thread under the presser foot, and pull the new thread all the way through the needle.

5. If the knot does not make it through the needle eye, cut off the knot and re-thread the needle.

20 – PREPARATIONS

FLAT HOOP SUPPORT

Your embroidery machine comes with a at

hoop support, 4 hoops and a cap attachment (see overview on page 10).

Before embroidering with any of the hoops, the at

hoop support must be attached to the embroidery

arm. Adjust the support to t to the different hoop

sizes.

ATTACHING THE FLAT HOOP SUPPORT

• Install the at hoop support (1) by aligning the

holes on the frame (2) with the dowels on the embroidery arm connecting plate (3).

• Secure the at hoop support to the embroidery

arm connecting plate with the two M4x8 screws provided (4).

REMOVING THE FLAT HOOP SUPPORT

Loosen and remove the two screws (4). Lift off the

at hoop support and put it aside.

Once removed, keep the at hoop support away

from any part of the embroidery machine.

ADJUSTING THE WIDTH OF THE FLAT HOOP SUPPORT

The width of the at hoop support can be adjusted to t each embroidery hoop. Move the left arm of the at hoop support to the right/left to adjust the

width.

Make sure that the at hoop support does not

collide with the 10 needle bar rack or any other part of the embroidery machine.

• Select the hoop you will use.

• Loosen the two screws (1) on the at hoop

support by turning them counterclockwise. Do not remove the screws.

• Adjust the width of the at hoop support to t

the hoop by pushing it to the right or left (2).

• Retighten the screws to secure the width of the

at hoop support.

POSITIONING THE FLAT HOOP SUPPORT

To position the at hoop support to t the different-

sized hoops, place the hoop you will use and move the left arm to the right until it reaches the side of

the hoop. The hoop should t into the at hoop

support tightly to ensure the hoop is secure as the machine stitches.

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ATTACHING THE HOOP

If the hoop is not correctly attached, it may affect the presser foot, damage the embroidery machine or it can cause personal injury.

Before attaching the hoop, make sure there is

sufcient thread inside of the bobbin.

• Align the left and right side by pushing both sides in simultaneously until the embroidery hoop locks in place.

• Insert the embroidery hoop into the at hoop

support (1).

• Push both sides of the hoop simultaneously into

the at hoop support until it clicks in place.

• Make sure that the notch of the embroidery

hoop connects securely to the dowels on the at

hoop support (2).

REMOVING THE HOOP

• Hold around the hoop and at hoop support as

illustrated.

• At the same time, push the levers of the at

hoop support down and the hoop upwards.

• Pull the hoop towards you and remove it from

the at hoop support.

22 – PREPARATIONS

HOOPING THE FABRIC

For the best embroidery results, place a layer of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric make sure that they are smooth and securely hooped.

1. Loosen the screw(s) (1) on the outer hoop (2). Remove the inner hoop (3). Place the outer hoop

on a rm at surface. There are center markings

on the outer and inner hoops. Those markings should line up once hooped.

2. Place stabilizer and fabric, with the right sides facing up, on top of the outer hoop. Place the inner hoop on top of the fabric.

3. Push the inner hoop rmly into the outer hoop.

4. Tighten the screw(s). The fabric should be taut in the hoop for the best results.

PREPARATIONS – 23

CAP HOOP

There is a special accessory allowing you to embroider on caps. There is a cap hoop (1), a cap driver (2) (placed on the machine) and one cap station (3) (placed on a table for easier hooping).

CAP DRIVER INSTALLATION

Tools & Parts:

• 1 cap driver

• 2 4x8 screws

• 1 screwdriver

1. Remove the at hoop support (page 21).

2. Position the cap driver in-line with the railing (located on the bottom of the embroidery arm).

3. Place the cap driver around the free arm aligning the wheels of the hoop (1) with the rail under the free arm (2).

4. Push the cap driver towards the embroidery arm.

5. Align the two sets of holes on the embroidery arm railing with the holes on the cap driver.

6. Match the set of holes on the cap driver with the metal dowels on the embroidery arm (3).

7. Insert and tighten a screw in the other two holes (4).

9. Make sure the cap driver is tightly secured.

CAP STATION INSTALLATION

1. Select a location to clamp your cap station onto.

2. Twist the knob counterclockwise to separate the knob from the cap station device.

3. Make sure enough room is available to t the

width of your desired location.

4. Slide the cap station onto your desired location.

5. Twist the knob clockwise to tighten the grip of the cap station to the desired location.

6. Make sure the cap station is securely attached to the desired location.

For a more permanent solution, screw the cap station onto a table through the provided holes. To decrease wear and tear, it may be helpful to insert a piece of cardboard or cloth between the clamps and the table’s edge.

24 – PREPARATIONS

HOOPING THE CAP

1. Take the cap hoop and connect the open metal notch to the center tab on the cap station.

REMOVING THE CAP HOOP FROM THE CAP DRIVER

1. Release the three latches on the cap driver.

2. Slide and push the cap hoop towards the cap station.

3. Make sure all three spring locks are connected.

4. Unfasten the exible metal band

and position it

to the left of the cap hoop.

5. Pull back the sweatband of the cap.

6. Place the backing below the metal tab.

7. Slide in the sweatband between the metal tab and the backing.

8. Make sure extra fabric is out of the way.

9. Position the exible metal band back over the

bill of the cap.

1. Connect the clasp to the cap ring latch and snap it into place.

11. To remove from the cap station, release the three latches positioned.

ATTACHING THE CAP HOOP TO THE CAP DRIVER

1. Rotate the cap hoop 90 degrees to either the left or right.

2. Rotate the cap hoop 90 degrees to either the left or right.

3. Slide the cap hoop away and off from the cap driver.

REMOVING THE CAP DRIVER FROM THE EMBROIDERY ARM

1. Untighten and remove each screw.

2. Disengage the cap driver from its connection to the metal dowels.

3. Slide the cap driver away from the embroidery machine.

2. Push the hoop onto the embroidery arm until the cap hoop connects to the cap driver.

3. Rotate the cap hoop back into an upward position with the bill of the cap facing upwards.

4. Align the center metal tab on the cap driver with the metal opening of the cap hoop.

5. Grab the cap driver from the back.

6. Slide and push the cap hoop towards the cap driver.

7. Make sure all three spring locks are connected.

PREPARATIONS – 25

TENSION

FACTORS THAT AFFECT THREAD TENSION

• Thread color dyes affect the texture of the thread, which can affect how smoothly it slides through the embroidery machine.

• Polyester threads would require nearly twice the amount of tension as rayon.

• If you change the weight of the thread, tension will require adjustment.

• Embroidery machine speed may affect tension – the slower the speed, the better the quality.

• Excess dust and lint along the thread path can affect thread tension.

If needed, adjust the thread tension as described in below sections.

CHECK THREAD TENSION

The tension of the bobbin and top threads affect the stitching that comes from every needle bar. Ideally, the tension (for satin stitching) will produce a one-third (1/3) bobbin thread running exactly down the center of the column, with one-third (1/3) top thread running down each side (1).

If a small amount of the bobbin thread is visible, or there are thread loops on the right side, the top tension is too loose (2).

If a large amount of the bobbin thread is visible, the top tension is too tight (3).

Under normal use, the user should temporarily stop the embroidery machine and check thread tension after

the rst 100 stitches of each color.

Because of different types or thicknesses of cloth or backing being used, embroidery results may be different from what is expected; make samples before mass production.

ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSION

Each design may require different tension settings. You can adjust the tension of the machine even while it is running. Experiment by making small quarter (1/4) turns on the upper tension knobs. until you feel comfortable with your design.

• For metallic and polyester threads, turn the tension knob counterclockwise once.

• For light color rayon threads, turn the tension knob counterclockwise 1-2 times.

• For white rayon thread, turn the tension knob counterclockwise 1-2 times.

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• For medium color rayon threads, turn the tension knob counterclockwise 1-2 times.

• For dark color rayon threads, turn the tension knob counterclockwise 2-3 times.

• For black rayon thread, turn the tension knob counterclockwise 3 times.

26 – PREPARATIONS

Adjust Upper Thread Tension

• Rotate the tension knob clockwise to tighten the tension (1).

• Rotate the tension knob counterclockwise to loosen the tension (2).

Adjust Bobbin Thread Tension

• Loosen/tighten the tension adjusting screw in small increments (3).

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CHANGING THE NEEDLE

Discard old needles in a sharp-safe container.

A basic guideline that many professional embroiderers use to determine when to change needles is the “three strikes” rule. When there have been 3 consecutive thread breaks on a needle, it should be changed.

• Turn off the embroidery machine.

• Remove the needle excess. If broken needle pieces are not on the garment, look in the bobbin area.

• Loosen the needle screw (1).

• Release the needle.

• Insert a new needle. Make sure the front groove (2) faces completely forward and the needle scarf (3) to the back. Push the needle upwards as far as it will go.

• Tighten the screw (4).

PREPARATIONS – 27

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS

START/STOP

• Before starting to embroider your selected design, make sure that there is no object within the work area of the embroidery hoop. If the embroidery hoop collides with something, the embroidery design will misalign.

• The Start/Stop button is located at the bottom right-hand corner of the control panel (1).

• The Start/Stop button will illuminate red when not in embroidery mode. Once you set the machine in embroidery mode by touching “Enter Embroidery Status” the button turns green, and the machine is ready to embroider.

To Start

1. Press the Start/Stop button.

2. Allow the embroidery machine to complete the

rst color thread.

• The current thread will automatically trim.

• The needle bar case will move to the position of the second color thread and resume embroidery.

Note: Allow the embroidery machine to continue its process until the last color thread has completed.

• The embroidery machine will automatically stop. The Start/Stop button will illuminate red and a buzzer will sound.

To Stop

1. Press the Start/Stop button.

2. Make sure the button illuminates RED.

TRIMMING

The trimming function (2) is used for a manual trim of a desired thread.

100-DEGREE BUTTON

Rotate the degree knob (4) at the back of the embroidery machine to 100 degrees.

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Press the 100-degree button (3) to calibrate and set the machine in embroidery mode.

28 – COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

THE TOUCH SCREEN

The control panel is a touch-screen comprised of two sections:

– The display at the top half of the screen.

– The keys on the bottom half of the screen.

1. LED lamp switch – LED lamp ON/OFF switch

2. Design preview zone – Displays the selected design and shows a preview of the embroidery frame position and embroidery progress.

3. Button function zone – General-purpose key, move frame, set embroidery machine, parameter, onekey frame movement, embroidery machine speed control, etc.

4. Embroidery parameter display zone - Displays embroidery machine parameters, such as design name, number of stitches and embroidery frame type

5. Embroidery machine networking process – Displays embroidery machine software version, date, time and embroidery machine’s IP address

There are ve different views that can be displayed on

the touch-screen:

1. Home page

2. Logo selection page

3. Color sequence selection page

4. Design setting page

Page #1 – Home

5. Comprehensive setting page

Page #2 – Logo selection Page #3 –

Color sequence selection

Page #4 – Design setting

Page #5 – Comprehensive setting

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HOME PAGE – OVERVIEW

1. Design name

2. Display design stitch numbers

3. Display current number of stitches

4. Display design direction and rotation angle

5. Display design scaling

6. Display array number

7. Display X and Y position

8. Display size of embroidery frame

9. Display coordinate parameter

10. Display X and Y position

11. Display current position of needle

12. Design selection and management

13. Color setting and color change mode switch over

14. Set design parameters

15. Display stitch oating mode

16. Embroidery parameter setting

17. Enter/exit ready status

18. Comprehensive setting

19. Display software version, date, time and IP address

20. Display networking status

21. LED lamp on/off switch

22. Design display

23. Display the size of current embroidery hoop

24. Reduce embroidery speed

25. Increase embroidery speed

26. Hoop offset

27. Return to starting point

28. Control frame movement in Y direction

29. Control frame movement in X direction

30. Switch over high/low speed of frame movement and raise/lower machine speed

31. Control frame movement in X direction

32. Trace design function - press to open additional tracing functions

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33. Go to end point

30 – COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

LOGO SELECTION PAGE – OVERVIEW

1. Switch to external storage

2. Switch to internal storage

3. Previous page

4. Next page

5. Delete a design

6. Save design in embroidery machine memory

COLOR SEQUENCE PAGE – OVERVIEW

7. Set offset point

8. Low-speed embroidery

9. Switching needle bar

10. Color change mode

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11. Previous page

12. Next page

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DESIGN SETTING PAGE – OVERVIEW

13. X-direction scaling

14. Design rotation angle

15. Number of X-direction array

16. X-direction array space

17. Satin stitch compensation

18. Y-direction scaling

19. Design rotation angle

20. Number of Y-direction array

21. Y-direction array space

22. Status of current embroidery frame

COMPREHENSIVE SETTING PAGE – OVERVIEW

23. User restriction setting

24. IP setting

25. On-board lettering library

26. Software information

27. Origin operation

28. Relieve user restriction

29. Display color setting

30. Power-on automatic resetting

31. Language setting

32. Embroidery machine testing

32 – COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

29 30

IMPORTING/UPLOADING A DESIGN

Make sure that the le intended to be uploaded into the embroidery machine is a .DST or a .VP3 le. If the le is not a .DST/.VP3 le, the embroidery

machine will not recognize it.

If your embroidery le is in another le type, you will need to change the le type by using the

provided software.

1. Insert the memory stick into the right side of the display (1).

2. Make sure that the embroidery status is set to unlocked (1).

3. Press the le icon (2).

- A new screen will be displayed.

4. Press the memory stick icon (3).

-A list of available les located on the inserted memory stick will

appear.

-You can turn the pages by pressing the forward and backward arrows (4).

5. Locate your desired design and select it.

-An image of the design will appear on the touch-screen, along with a star icon on the right-hand side of the panel.

6. Press the transfer icon (5).

-A message reading “Loading” will appear on the screen.

7. Press the OK button.

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SELECTING A DESIGN

1. Make sure that the embroidery status is set to unlocked. For instructions on how to set the embroidery status to unlock, see the Embroidery status section.

2. Press the le icon (1).

-A new screen will display.

3. Locate your desired design in the list of les, and then select it.

-An image of the design will appear on the touch-screen, along with a star icon on the right-hand side of the panel.

4. Press the OK button.

-A message indicating “Reading” will appear on the screen.

-Once the embroidery machine completes reading, you will be taken back to the home screen.

SELECTING AN EMBROIDERY HOOP

1. Press the design set icon (2).

-A new screen will display.

2. Press the embroidery hoop selection icon.

3. Locate the image of the desired embroidery hoop. See table below for images of each embroidery hoop.

4. Press the OK button.

• A message indicating “Reading” will appear on the screen.

• Once the embroidery machine completes reading, it will position itself into the correct preset embroidery hoop position.

Icon

Name

Embroidery Area

Cap embroidery hoop

260 by 60 mm

Embroidery hoop A

70 by 50 mm 110 by 110

Embroidery hoop B

Embroidery hoop C

190 by 140 mm 310 x 210 mm

Embroidery hoop D

Others

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SELECTING THE COLOR SEQUENCE

1. Press the color sequence icon.

2. Locate and select the desired color (2).

-Select the colors according to the color stop sequence

identied in the embroidery software/run sheet.

-The rst box will display in color.

3. Press the needle selection number (3).

Note: Print the color analysis/color lm sheet from the embroidery

software, in order to know the color sequence of the design.

4. Repeat step two (2) until all colors and needle selections have been made.

5. Press the OK button.

• You will be taken back to the home screen.

COLOR CHANGE MODE

The machine has three (3) color change modes. The color change modes allow for a fully automatic (A/A), semi-automatic (A/M) or manual (M/M) process.

Color changes take place according to the color sequence selections made for the design.

• A/A is for fully automatic mode – this is the default selection (4). In automatic mode, there will be no stops between color changes.

• A/M is for semi-automatic mode (5). Here, the embroidery machine will stop upon completion of each color stop. Press the Start/Stop button to resume.

• M/M is for manual mode (6). Here, the embroidery machine will stop upon completion of each color stop. This option is to be used along with needle selection.

HOW TO SWITCH TO COLOR CHANGE MODE

1. Press the color sequence icon (7).

2. Locate the color change mode icon.

3. Press the color change mode icon once to change the mode from the default fully automatic mode to semi-automatic, or press the color change mode icon twice to change to the manual mode (8) .

4. Press the OK button. You will be taken back to the home screen.

COLOR TOUCH SCREEN – 35

NEEDLE SWITCH DISPLAY ICON

With this icon, users can move the machine head to a specic needle

number manually.

Tip: Before starting a new design, select needle #1 using the needle switch display icon (9) to help visualize the design tracing.

EMBROIDERY DESIGN TRACE

• When the design exceeds the range of the embroidery hoop, the preview line surrounding the design will appear in red.

• When the design is within the embroidery hoop range, the preview line will be in black.

• Embroidery design tracing should take place before beginning a new design to make sure the selected design and the frame embroidery hoop are in coordination.

HOW TO TRACE YOUR DESIGN

1. Press the trace design icon (10).

A menu with different tracing options opens. Press the corner check

icon (11). The embroidery hoop automatically moves within the maximum range of design, and if the position of the needle is not correct, the embroidery machine will position itself accordingly.

2. A message stating, “Enter embroidery status?” will display.

3. Press OK.

36 – COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

USING FLOAT MODE

Float is used to describe fast-forwarding or rewinding. This feature can only be accessed when the embroidery machine is on a locked embroidery status mode. To check the status of the embroidery machine, see the Embroidery status section.

F.L represents oating on low speed.

F.H represents oating on high speed.

ADD represents manual mode.

HOW TO FLOAT THROUGH A DESIGN

1. Press the stitch oating mode icon.

Pressing the stitch oating mode icon once will display the “F.L”

icon (1).

Pressing the stitch oating mode icon twice will display the

“F.H” icon (2).

Pressing the stitch oating mode icon three times will display the

“ADD” icon (3).

2. To rewind or fast-forward a design, either in F.L or F.H mode, press and hold the plus (+) or minus (-) icon until you reached your desired placement.

To fast-forward a design in manual mode, press the + to enter

the exact location by stitch amount (4).

To rewind a design in manual mode, press the - to subtract by

stitch count to reach your exact location (5).

Press the color spool icon (6) to travel from one color sequence to

another.

3. Once you have reached the desired position, press the stitch

oating mode icon until you exit from the options.

4. Press the Start/Stop button to resume the embroidery.

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OFFSETTING THE HOOP ON ONE NEEDLE

This function is used to offset the frame on a specic

needle during appliqué embroidery.

1. Press the color sequence icon (7).

The color sequence page will display (8).

2. Select the needle or color you wish to add the frame out sequence to.

3. Select the needle you desire.

4. Select the hoop-out icon (9).

This will add the letter “F” to the selected needle

number for identication purposes.

Repeat steps three (3) and four (4) until all your

needle selections have been made.

5. Press the OK button.

You will be taken back to the home screen.

SETTING LOW SPEED ON A SPECIFIC NEEDLE

This function is used to select a low speed option on a

specic needle or needles that require a lower speed

due to thread type or intricacy of design area.

1. Press the color sequence icon (10).

The color sequence page will display.

2. Select the needle or color to be reduced in speed.

3. Select the needle you desire.

4. Select the low speed icon (11).

This will add the letter “L” to the selected needle

number for identication purposes.

Repeat steps three (3) and four (4) until all your

needle selections have been made.

5. Press the OK button.

You will be taken back to the home screen.

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EMBROIDERY STATUS

This function is used to determine if the embroidery machine is in setup mode (unlocked) or in embroidery mode (locked).

To begin a new design,

1. Locate the embroidery status icon (1).

2. Identify if it is locked or unlocked.

3. If it is unlocked, continue with setting up the new design, or if it is locked, press the embroidery status icon.

The following message will prompt, “Remove embroidery status?”

4. Press OK to conrm.

TRACING THE EMBROIDERY AREA

This function is used to determine if the design to be embroidered has been properly positioned.

1. Press the trace design icon (2).

The following message will prompt, “Enter embroidery status?”

2. Press OK to conrm.

A menu with different tracing options opens. Press the corner check

icon (3). The embroidery machine will now begin to trace the set design.

Follow the tracing needle to make sure that it stays within the

embroidery hoop range.

DELETING A DESIGN

This function is used to delete a design from the memory of the embroidery machine.

1. Press the le icon (4). A new screen will display.

2. Press the embroidery machine memory icon (5).

3. Press the desired design to delete in the upper portion of the screen.

A star will appear to the right of the design, and the design will

appear on the lower part of the screen.

4. Press the delete icon (6). A message stating “Delete Design?” will show.

5. Press OK.

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ADDING A FONT

This function is used to add a desired font to a design. Make sure that the embroidery status is unlocked. For instructions on how to set the embroidery status to unlock, see the Embroidery status section.

1. Press the menu icon (1).

2. Press the ABC icon (2).

3. Type the letters or words desired for the design.

4. Press OK.

5. Select a font.

6. Press OK. The newly added letters or words will display on the screen. At this time, you may edit the design further.

7. Press OK.

8. Press the import to screen icon (3).

9. Press the escape button three times. You will be back at the home page.

10. Click the le icon (4). The font design will be displayed on the

design list.

11. Select the design.

12. Add colors (5).

13. Press the trace design icon (6). The following message will prompt, “Enter embroidery status?”

14. Press OK. The embroidery machine will position itself at needle #1 and begin the tracing of the design.

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HOW TO ABORT A JOB

This function is used to abort an embroidery job in process. This process terminates the entire job.

1. Press the origin (1) icon. The following message will prompt, “Terminate embroidery and return to the origin?”

2. Click OK. The frame will move to a center position and the design will reset.

HOW TO ADJUST SPEED

This function is used to adjust the speed of the stitches incrementally. The number displayed in red is the current speed of the embroidery machine.

1. Press the increments icon (2).

2. Press the plus (+) or minus (-) button (3).

• If the increments button is displaying one (1) arrow, then the speed can be reduced or increased by 10 stitches per minute.

• If the increments button is displaying two (2) arrows, then the speed can be reduced or increased by 50 stitches per minute.

HOW TO BRING THE HOOP OUT

This function is used to bring the hoop from underneath the needles, so the embroidery is accessible to the user. This function is mostly used when doing appliques.

1. Press the hoop offset icon (4).

The embroidery hoop will move from underneath the

needles.

2. Press the hoop offset icon (5).

The embroidery hoop will return the embroidery hoop

back into position.

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EMBROIDERY PROCESS

COMPLETING A FLAT DESIGN (START TO FINISH)

PREPARE

1. Select the desired embroidery hoop. See the Embroidery hoop

specications section.

2. Place the fabric with backing onto the embroidery hoop. See the Framing fabric section.

3. Install the at hoop support. See the Flat hoop support installation

section.

4. Insert the USB into the USB port on the right side of the panel. See the Importing/uploading a design section.

5. Make sure the embroidery status is set to unlocked. See the Embroidery status section.

EMBROIDER

6. Click on the le icon (1).

7. Select your design.

8. Press the machine icon alongside the blue arrow to import the design into the embroidery machine’s memory (2).

9. Now select the machine icon on the top row (3).

10. The last imported design will be the last one in the list. Select the desired design.

11. Press OK.

12. Click on the design set button (4).

13. Select the embroidery hoop selection icon on the bottom right (5).

14. Select the preset embroidery hoop size.

15. Press OK.

16. Press Close.

17. Press the color sequence setting icon (6).

18. Choose the colors of your design.

19. Press OK.

20. Trace your design to make sure that it ts within the embroidery

hoop and to check its placement (7). See the Embroidery design trace section.

21. Press Start (8) to begin embroidering your design.

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COMPLETING A CAP DESIGN (START TO FINISH)

PREPARE

1. Install the cap driver. See the Cap driver installation section.

2. Set the cap and the backing on the cap embroidery hoop, on the cap station. See the Cap embroidery hoop section.

3. Grab the extra fabric near the back of the cap and secure it with the supplied binder clips, making sure the binder clips are facing inward. See the Framing fabric section.

4. Insert the cap embroidery hoop onto the cap driver. See the Cap installation section.

5. Insert the USB into the USB port on the right side of the panel. See the Importing/uploading a design section.

6. Make sure the embroidery status setting is set to unlocked. See the Embroidery status section.

EMBROIDER

7. Click on the le icon (1).

8. Select your design.

9. Press the machine icon alongside the blue arrow to import the design into the machine’s memory (2).

10. Now select the machine icon on the top row (3).

11. The last imported design will be the last one in the list. Select the desired design.

12. Press OK.

13. Click on the design set button (4).

14. Select the embroidery hoop selection icon on the bottom right (5).

15. Select the preset cap embroidery hoop size.

16. Press OK.

17. Press Close (to go back to the main panel).

18. Press the color sequence setting icon (6).

19. Choose the colors of your design.

20. Press OK.

21. Trace your design to make sure that it ts within the hoop and to check

its placement (7). See the Embroidery design trace section.

22. Press Start (8) to begin embroidering your design.

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE

This is the most important maintenance that needs to be completed.

Repeat the following process every time before using your embroidery machine to make sure the embroidery machine runs smoothly.

Wipe down the outer surface with a soft cloth and clean the bobbin with the toolkit brush.

Use sewing machine oil ONLY for lubrication points (included in the toolbox).

White lithium grease can be found at any hardware store. It does not come in your toolbox.

ROTARY HOOK

Apply lubrication oil to the rotary hook every third

to fourth hours when in constant use, but rst turn

off the embroidery machine and unplug it from the electrical outlet.

• Remove the bobbin.

• Add two to three drops of embroidery machine oil to the rotary hook (1).

• Replace the bobbin.

MACHINE HEAD

Use white lithium grease every ve months

• on the metal wheels (2)

• on the bottom metal bar (3) (both are located behind the machines head)

Repeat the process on each side of the machine’s head, using the manual needle switch display icon on your panel to needle #1, then to needle #10.

• Needle switch display icon

LEVER ARMS

Apply a few drops of lubrication oil to the lever arms (4) every week of continuous use. Do not drop on all ten arms at the same occasion. The oil will spread.

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HEAD RAIL

Apply 2 or 3 drops of sewing machine oil to the metal rail (1) every week. Repeat the process on each side of the machine’s head manually, using the manual needle switch display icon (2) on your panel to needle #1, then to needle #10.

Add grease every 5 months on the black metal bar (3). Repeat the process on each side of the machine’s head manually, using the manual needle switch display icon (2) on your panel to needle #1, then to needle #10.

BOBBIN CASE MAINTENANCE

Clean the accumulated lint from underneath the tension plate with the corner of a business card or remove it with the bobbin thread itself – like dental

oss.

Note: Resist the temptation to blow the lint off the case – this deposits damaging saliva onto your bobbin case. You may use an air gun to blow/remove the lint from the bobbin case.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

THREAD BREAK

If thread breaks occur on just some of the needles, check for defective needles or needles not inserted properly.

If thread breaks are occurring frequently on all the sewing head’s needles, then hook timing needs to be corrected.

Check the thread path to make sure it is following the correct path from the thread cone to the needle. Incorrect thread tensions will give you thread breaks.

Tight tension could lead to missed stitches, thread breaks, pulling, puckering and thread stress.

Loose tension causes the thread to pile up and loop.

Inspect the needle position and determine if an actual thread break has occurred.

IF NO THREAD BREAK IS APPARENT:

• Check all the thread paths.

• Perform a manual trim.

• Check the bobbin supply.

• Make sure the bobbin is installed properly.

• Remove any lint or dirt build-up in the bobbin case.

• Make sure the thread trimmer knife is fully retracted.

IF A THREAD HAS BROKEN:

Make sure the embroidery hoop is hooped properly. Loosely framed fabric will bounce up and down during sewing. See the Hoop Fabric section.

Excessive backing will apply greater friction to the thread and needle and cause thread or needle breaks.

EMBROIDERY DESIGN

Too high density of thread in the design can cause

needle deection, which leads to thread shredding

and breaks. Too many stitches in a small area can cause thread breaks. Try deleting short stitches or

increasing the design by ve (5) to ten (10) percent.

Extremely short stitch lengths may cause the thread to pile up in one area. Known as nesting, this issue

causes thread to shred and break.

PREVENTION

To prevent thread breaks, store threads properly in a dark, cool place.

Old threads not stored properly will cause thread breaks.

Prolonged exposure to air, light, age and heat will make threads become brittle.

Do NOT use tape to tie off thread ends, since tape leaves a stick residue that causes friction and breaks.

Check for burrs in the thread guides, needle eye, thread plate and hook.

• Follow the correct thread path.

• Thread the needle.

REASONS

Defective thread

• Pull thread until the defective part has passed. If that does not work, try replacing the thread with a new cone.

GARMENT OR FABRIC

If the fabric is too thick, needles tend to bend slightly as they pass through, causing the thread to scrape against the needle plate, resulting in the

thread shredding. To x this problem, try a larger

needle.

Hidden obstructions in the garment: bulky seams, inside pockets, hidden buttons.

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NEEDLE BREAK

Changing a needle is one of the simplest types of troubleshooting. Set the needle aside while you determine whether a fresh needle corrects the problem. If you determine that the needle was the likely cause of the problem, discard in an old medicine bottle or another sharp-safe container.

After three consecutive thread breaks on a needle, the needle should be changed

Check the following common reasons to see why your needle(s) may be breaking.

• Needle is worn out or old

• Designs with too many stitches

• Hitting the embroidery hoop

• Fabric moving while needle is penetrating

TIMING OVERVIEW

Timing refers to the synchronization of the rotary hook and the needle. Proper timing is essential for embroidery quality and to prevent issues. If the space between the needle and the hook point (1) is out of range, the thread will not catch, causing thread breaks. If it is too close, it will cause broken needles.

• The machines timing degree is 195 degrees. The space between the needle and the hook should be

0.1 to 0.3 mm.

BOBBIN TENSION

If you suspect that the bobbin is not rotating smoothly in the embroidery machine, try the following.

1. Place the bobbin case with the bobbin face down,

at on a at surface.

2. Pull a few inches of the thread out.

- If the bobbin is not spinning freely, the odds are that it is not spinning freely in the embroidery machine either.

3. Retest the case with another bobbin.

ERROR MESSAGES

THREAD BREAK (“T-BREAK”)

If a thread break occurs, the embroidery machine will stop automatically. If you need instructions on how to thread the needle, see the Threading a needle section.

1. Identify the thread break by locating the “T-break” icon on the panel.

2. Click on the “T-break” icon to display the stitch

oat mode icon.

3. Back up your design to the desired stitch.

4. Press the oat mode key three (3) times until the

stitch icon appears.

5. Thread the needle.

6. Press the “Start button”.

NEEDLE BREAK

• Replace damaged or bent needles.

• Make sure to thread the needle from the front to the back and down the presser foot. If you need instructions on how to thread the needle, see the Threading a needle section.

• Needles break for different reasons.

The most common reasons are:

• A worn out or old needle.

• Designs with too many stitches and/or are high density for the design area.

• Something is blocking the stitch path.

• The needle is hitting the embroidery unit.

• The fabric is moving while the needle is penetrating.

1. Remove the needle break excess.

- A tweezer might be a useful tool to remove the remaining pieces.

2. Take a screwdriver and loosen up the screw

specic to the needle.

3. Remove the released needle.

4. Insert a new needle. Make sure the big groove and the needle hole are facing completely forward.

5. Tighten the screw.

6. Thread the missing path. Make sure to thread the needle from the front to the back and down the presser foot.

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MAIN AXIS NOT AT 100 DEGREES

When your main access is not at 100 degrees, an error message will be displayed on your screen.

1. Click OK.

2. Press the 100-degree button (1).

IF YOU ARE STILL RECEIVING THE ERROR MESSAGE

1. Clear the message from the screen.

2. Turn off the embroidery machine.

3. Rotate the degree knob (2) at the back of the embroidery machine to 100 degrees.

4. Press the 100-degree button (1).

NOTE: If you are still experiencing issues, please contact your local dealer where you made your initial purchase.

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THREADS, STABILIZERS & NEEDLES

THREAD FIBER CHOICES

Lightweight threads are used for ne fabrics, small

and delicate details and small fonts. The standard weight for lightweight threads is 60, 70 and 80.

• If this type of thread is being used – increase

density slightly by ve (5) to ten (10) percent.

Medium-weight threads are used to ll large

embroideries with fewer stitches. The weight of a medium-weight thread is 30.

• If this type of thread is being used – decrease stitch count by 15 percent. Multi-color threads of medium weight have a weight of 35 (35 is the most widely used).

Heavyweight threads are used to create the look of hand embroidery. The weight for heavyweight thread is 12. If this type of thread is being used:

• Use long oating stitches

• Perform tension adjustment around 100-110 stitches

• Perform needle change around 100-110 stitches

• A special set-up time is required

RAYON THREAD

• Available in sizes 30, 40 and 60

• Widely used by U.S. embroiderers

• More expensive than other bers

• Beautiful, supple, friendly ber

• Natural ber made from cellulose

• Not one of the stronger bers

• Handling properties are superior to other bers

• Strong resistance to thread breaks, which can aid

in production efciency

• Can accept neon dyestuffs

• Excellent resistance to abrasion and bleaching

• Good choice for items that will be subjected to sunlight, chlorine or harsh laundering

• Polyester is stiffer than rayon, and it may require some tension or spring adjustment

METALLIC THREAD

• Stiffer than other varieties with an interesting construction

• Metallic lm glued to a nylon or polyester core

• Quality varies widely among manufacturers

• If you have experienced difculty in sewing

with a metallic thread, try:

-Using a smaller size metallic

-Using a larger eye needle

-Thread the metallic through the packing peanut attached to your thread tree

-Check programming

-Check density

-Check stitch lengths

COTTON THREAD

• Easy to adjust tensions

• Matte nish that is sometimes preferred to the

shiny look of the other thread types

• Available in a broad range of sizes from very

large to very ne

• Used for embroidery thread and looks very rich when sewn into fabric

• Slight equipment problems can cause an unacceptable number of thread breaks when using

• Susceptible to damage by environmental factors, such as light, heat and cold

• Black and white tend to break more frequently due to the bleaching and dying processes

POLYESTER THREAD

• Excellent sewing ability

• Good choice for embroiderers

• May be too strong for certain lightweight, delicate goods

THREAD CONSUMPTION

How much thread will you need for a particular job?

• Thread consumption varies according to the type of stitch.

Longer stitch lengths use more top thread than

ll stitches.

• A 5,000-yard cone yields about 9,000,000 stitches.

Bobbin thread yield is about 25,000 to 30,000

stitches per bobbin for style “L.”

• The amount of yards per bobbin varies according to thread type.

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BOBBIN FIBER CHOICES

• Be sure to keep the tails no longer than three (3) inches.

• You might need to adjust the bobbin case, rather than the top tensioner if similar symptoms are exhibited on all needle bars.

• For lightweight threads, the weight is 60, 70 and

80. This specialty thread is used for ne fabrics,

small delicate details and small fonts. If you are using this type of thread, increase density

slightly by ve (5) to ten (10) percent.

• Most popular thread amongst U.S. embroiderers

• Consistent, strong, thin, and reliable, highquality thread

• Allows for no slub

• Allows for no lint

• Allows 127 yards to be held on a standard style “L” bobbin

• Can run a higher tension on both the top and bottom

• More expensive

• For medium-weight threads, the weight is

30. This specialty thread can be used to ll

large embroideries with fewer stitches. If you are using this type of thread, decrease stitch count by 15 percent; it saves production time. In addition, there is weight 35, which is most widely used for multi-color threads.

• For heavyweight threads, the weight is 12. This specialty thread creates the look of hand embroidery. If you are using this type of thread

use long, oating stitches. There is special set-up

time required for this thread. Adjust tension and change needle to 100 or 110.

COTTON

• Not as strong as its synthetic counterparts

• Friendly texture, which allows for a wider range of adjustments in bobbin tension settings

• Releases lint, which has a tendency to collect under the bobbin tension plate

Lint build-up can lead to “springing” the tension

plate – causing it to fail to hold any tension on the bobbin thread

NYLON

• Very ne nylon is quite strong and a bobbin can

hold many yards

• Small diameter and slick texture, which tends to make consistent tension on bobbin cases

CONTINUOUS FILAMENT POLYESTER

One long lament comprises the thread. These

run much cleaner in the bobbin case and are much stronger. There are three (3) different sides of bobbins: (1) Paper sided – the most common; (2) Sideless – all thread with no sides; (3) Plastic sided – the plastic slides better and runs smoother in the bobbin case.

SPUN POLYESTER

Fibers are spun together to form a thread. The

bers on this bobbin have a tendency to shear off

and usually collect under the tension spring of the bobbin case. Over time, this may affect your tensions. It is not as strong.

• Texture similar to cotton

• Releases no lint

• Most economical and popular

• Requires less plate pressure

• With tight bobbin tension, can result in a narrow column or even a single strand of bobbin thread down the center of a satin column

This can cause the embroidery to unravel easily

if the bobbin thread snags

• With loosening bobbin, tension will allow bobbin thread to be pulled by the top thread to the top side of the embroidery.

Even if the bobbin thread stays put on the

underside of the work, chances are that columns will not have clean crisp edges

• With erratic bobbin, tension usually results from a catch in the bobbin case

MAGNA GLIDE

This type of bobbin has a magnet in the center, which helps keep more consistent tension on the bobbin thread. When using this type of bobbin, a gunmetal colored pieced in the bobbin case, called the brake, might need to be removed.

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BACKING/STABILIZER

• Used as stabilizer

• Foundation for a good embroidery

• Designed to support or even replace the fabric

• Helps hold the fabric as at as possible to

prevent distortion in the embroidery

• Different types of backings/stabilizers are used in embroidery

• The correct backing depends on the fabric being used

- Heavyweight garments – use thin backing

- Lightweight garments – use thick backing

• Comes in the color black or white

- White is the most common and is used on most embroidery

- Black is sometimes used on darker garments, especially if there is any chance the backing might be seen or bleed through, such as on pique knit shirts

• Backing comes in different weights. Choose the weight of the backing based on how much you need to stabilize the fabric. The goal is to eliminate the stretch. The more the garment stretches, the heavier the backing needs to be.

- 1 oz. to 1.5 oz. – Lightweight

- 2 oz. to 2.75 oz. – Medium-weight

- 3 oz. to 3.5 oz. – Heavyweight

There are three (3) things you need to consider when choosing backing:

1. Stability of fabric:

• Stretchy or loose fabrics require a heavy backing

• Stable and tight woven fabrics require a light or medium backing

2. Stitch density:

• Higher density fabrics require heavier backing

3. Washability:

• Fabric washed frequently requires a heavy backing

• Backing becomes softer after several washes

CUT-AWAY

• Weights range from 1 oz. (light) to 3.75 oz. (heavy)

• Used for permanent support – remains

permanently afxed to the fabric – excess is cut

away with scissors

• Provides the most stability

• Heat set fusible

• Offers the sharpest embroidery on highly detailed designs that include small lettering

• Used on loosely woven and unconstructed caps

• Best used on knits, since it prevents the design from stretching out with frequent washing or wearing

• When choosing cut-away:

- Lightweight for a design with a light stitch density

- Heavyweight for dense designs

TEAR-AWAY

• Light support

• Comes in light to heavy weights

• Backing is removed by tearing off

• Use several layers of light to mediumweight backing for support

• Best used on rmly woven, natural-ber fabrics

• Recommended for strong and stable fabrics, or for when you do not want the backing to show on the back, such as the backs of towels, caps, and bags

• Easier to remove one sheet at the time than using a heavier tear-away and trying to remove it

SPECIALTY BACKING

• Poly mesh/No show

• A lightweight woven cut-away that is soft, thin and strong

• Designed to provide extra stability on knit shirts

• Does not show through light color garments

• Used on low stitch count designs on polos and T-shirts

• Combine a no-show backing with a tear-away

• Removable with water or with heat

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TOPPING

• A plastic lm used on the top side of an

embroidered item to prevent stitches from shrinking into textured fabrics

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• Used for temporary support

• Used on delicate, mesh-like and difcult to mark fabrics like pique, eece or corduroy

• Requires the use of backing on the back of the fabric to support your fabric

• To remove the plastic lm, tear-away the

topping or use water

FOAM

• Adds dimension to lettering on caps for a 3D effect

• Available in a variety of colors

• Available in 2 mm and 3 mm sheets

• Laid on top of the area that will be dimensional

and then stitched over with a column ll that

uses short stitches to cut the foam

• Excess foam needs to be removed

• Pieces that remain can be easily eliminated by applying a hot hair dryer over the area

POLY MESH BACKING

• Extremely thin backing that is extremely strong

due to its bers

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NEEDLES

ANATOMY OF A NEEDLE

• Shank (1): the top part of the needle that goes into the needle bar (into the machine).

• Shaft/blade (2): the part of the needle from the bottom of the shank, down to the top of the needle.

• Scarf (3): the half-moon cut out on the back of the needle, just above the eye, where the rotary hook passes behind the needle.

• Point (4): the part of the needle found opposite

to the shank and the rst part to penetrate the

fabric.

• Taper (5): the part of the needle below the eye.

• Eye (6): the area where the thread passes through the needle.

• Groove/thread groove/front groove (7): the groove that runs from the top to the bottom, along the face (front) of the needle.

• Used to add a lot of stability, without the bulk of a heavyweight cut-away backing

• Great for the newer tech garments that are very

thin and contain uidity to the fabric

• Adds stability without ruining the movement of the garment

• If needed, use two pieces of poly mesh on a stretchy material

FUSIBAL BACKING

• Used on stretchy materials

• Once fused to the garment, the garment and the backing become one

• Stable material

• Cover up a nished piece of embroidery, such

as an infant’s onesie, where the stitches and the backing could irritate the baby’s skin

NEEDLE LIFETIME

Many variables will determine how long a needle will last. The lifetime of a needle depends on what material the needle is made from, point type and the type of material being sewn on.

WHEN TO CHANGE THE NEEDLE

Look for performance changes on your machine such as thread breaks, poor stitch quality, fabric pulls, unusual noises or reduced stitching speed.

SELECTING A NEEDLE

• Choose the right needle to make sure quality stitches. Embroidering with a needle that is too small or too big for the thread and fabric can result in thread breaks or even skipped stitches. There are three (3) things to consider when choosing the right needle for the job:

-Finish

-Size

-Point

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• DBxK5 is an established standard system for an embroidery machine. It is a medium point needle with a larger eye that allows a smoother

ow of thread through the eye of the needle. It

is slightly less durable due to thinner eye wall. Since the eye of the needle is larger, there are fewer thread breaks. Use ballpoints for stretch materials; use sharps for cotton.

• DBx7ST is ideal for metallic threads. It has an extremely large rectangular eye that allows easy passage of thread.

NEEDLE FINISHES

• Most sewing and embroidery needles have a chromium plating to enhance durability and appearance.

• Titanium coated needles are more expensive than chromium-plated needles, but they can

last as much as ve (5) to seven (7) times longer

than chromium-plated counterparts. They also reduce friction on the thread, which could save time, labor and reduce the frequency of thread breaks.

BLADE SIZE

• Choose a ner blade on more ne woven or

knitted fabrics and a larger blade for tough

fabrics that could cause needle deection.

• The point must also enter the fabric easily so

it does not deect when it contacts the fabric,

which could cause the needle to strike the surrounding metal or inside the hole in the needle plate.

• The two (2) number designation is a combination of the European and Asian size designation numbering systems.

-The rst number, such as 65 or 80 is the

European designation and refers to the actual measurement of the blade diameter.

-The second number, such as 11 or 14, is an Asian numbering system, also formerly used by Singer. In this system, the smaller number indicates a smaller blade diameter.

• Size 75/11 – Good overall needle. It is used to sew everyday items like golf shirts, sweatshirts, dress shirts, light jackets, lighter canvas, aprons, Holiday stockings, etc.

• Size 70/10 – Good needle for the newer tech garments. It is used to sew moisture management (wicking), antibacterial, body temp management type garments, especially t-shirts and golf shirts.

• Size 65/9 or 60/8 – Good needles for very light/ delicate materials. They are used to sew silks or

ne linens. Also, used to get the stitches closer

together, such as when you might sew extremely detailed designs like a detailed patch or small lettering.

• Size 80/12 – Good needle for heavier materials. Used to sew heavy canvases, vinyl, lighter leathers, ball caps, visors, etc.

• Size 90/14 – Good needle for metallic thread. It has a larger eye. Used to sew canvases and belts, since it is a very stiff needle.

• Titanium needles are a golden color and are available in popular sizes.

POINT TYPES

Different point types are necessary to avoid damaging and to penetrate cleanly on a variety

of fabric types.

Always use the smallest possible needle in order to create the smallest hole.

Heavy materials cause the needle to bend, or

deect, which causes needle breaks, thread breaks, missed stitches and more. Control needle deection

by slowing the speed of the machine down and/or changing the size of the needle.

Acute round point

• Used primarily on woven fabrics.

• Sharp point needle (SPI).

Slender sharp point

• Used to penetrate high thread count fabrics,

microbers and certain synthetics

• Normal round point (R).

Normal sharp point

• Used for woven fabrics, including nished caps.

Light ballpoint

• Designed to spread yarn in knitted fabrics rather than piercing them to maintain the structural integrity of the knit. This is the most popular needle type and is considered a universal point type, suitable for most knit and woven fabrics.

• Light ballpoint (SES).

Medium ballpoint

• Designed to spread heavy yarns such as those used in heavy knitted fabrics.

• Two (2) primary point types used for sewing and embroidering: sharp point and light ballpoint.

• Medium ballpoint (SUK).

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NEEDLE AND THREAD MATRIX

Refer to the chart below to view the application range of threads and needles used for general embroidery.

Size of a needle Size of a thread

U.S.A Japan Germany Cotton Silk Nylon Rayon

0.25 9 65 70 – 80 100 – 120 130 – 150 70 – 100

0.27 10 70

0.29 11 75 50 – 60 80 – 100 100 – 130 100 – 130

0.32 12 80

0.34 13 85 50 – 60 60 – 70 80 – 100 130 – 150

0.36 14 90

BACKING AND NEEDLE RECOMMENDATIONS

Fabric Recommendations

Canvas Use a light to medium tear-away. Sharp needles are better for longer runs. We recommend

using a 75/11 sharp or normal round point needle.

Canton eece Use light tear-away polyester backing to maintain colorfast-ness if a garment is subjected

to extensive sunlight, chlorine, salt water or industrial laundering and bleaching. We recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Coated or waterproof Use a light to heavy tear-away backing. We recommend using a 75/11, 80/12 sharp or light

ballpoint needle.

Corduroy Use a medium topping and light to medium tear-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light

ballpoint needle.

Cotton sheeting Use a heavy cut-away or tear-away/wash-away. Great for children’s clothing. We

recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Denim Use a heavy cut-away or tear-away/wash-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light

ballpoint needle.

Dress shirt (woven) Use a heavy cut-away or tear-away/wash-away. We recommend using a 75/11 or 70/10

light ballpoint or 80/12 needles for small details.

Golf shirt Use a light to heavy cut-away. Heavy knits require a medium to heavy cut-away; medium

knits require a light cut-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Headwear Use a medium to heavy tear-away. We recommend using a 75/11 or 80/12 sharp needle.

Leather and vinyl Use a light tear-away. We recommend using a 75/11 or 80/12 light ballpoint needle on

stiff or spongy leather (upholstery luggage). We recommend using a 70/10 or 80/12 sharp needle on soft, supple garment leather.

Lingerie or silk Use a water-soluble or tear-away. We recommend using a 70/10 light ballpoint needle or

80/12 needle depending on the thread.

Lycra or spandex Use a medium cut-away or water-soluble tear-away. We recommend using a 70/10

medium ballpoint needle.

Nylon windbreaker Use a light to heavy cut-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Satin jacket Use a light to heavy cut-away. Cotton-on-cotton is a nice look. We recommend using a

75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Sweather knit Use a medium to heavy cut-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Sweatshirt Use a heavy tear-away or cut-away. We recommend using a 75/11 light ballpoint needle.

T-shirt Use a light, water-soluble or tear-away or medium cut-away. We recommend using a

75/11 light ballpoint needle.

Terry Cloth Use a medium-weight, water-soluble tear-away and topping. We recommend using a

75/11 or 80/12 light ballpoint needle.

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We reserve the right to change the machine equipment and the assortment of accessories

without prior notice, or make modications to the performance or design.

Such modications, however, will always be to the benet of the user and the product.

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