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Operation Manual
Embroidery and Sewing Machine
Product Code: 888-L01/L03/K02
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Embroidery and Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-L01/L03/K02 Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
  • Page 3 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized Brother dealer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
  • Page 4 For repair or adjustment: • If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized Brother dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the Operation Manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself.
  • Page 5 • Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. • If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the correct lead.

  • Page 6: Trademarks

    TRADEMARKS TRADEMARKS IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING, COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. By downloading, copying, installing or using the software you agree to this license. If you do not agree to this license, do not download, install, copy or use the software. Intel License Agreement For Open Source Computer Vision Library Copyright ©...

  • Page 7: What You Can Do With This Machine

    WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE Basic operations After purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section first. This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page B-2 Chapter 1 GETTING READY To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........i Chapter 3 STARTING TO EMBROIDER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....i Embroidery Step by Step ........51 TRADEMARKS ............. iv Attaching the Embroidery Foot ......52 WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ..v Attaching the Embroidery Unit ......54 Embroidery Attractive Finishes ......
  • Page 9 CONTENTS Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching .......... 28 Selecting embroidery patterns/Brother “Exclusives”/floral Piecing................. 28 alphabet patterns ..............2 Quilting ................30 Selecting character patterns ............ 2 Free motion quilting............. 31 Selecting frame patterns ............4 Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller....32 Editing Patterns ............
  • Page 10 CONTENTS Cleaning the race ..............2 About the maintenance message ..........4 Touch panel is malfunctioning ..........4 Operation beep ..............4 Troubleshooting............ 5 Frequent troubleshooting topics ..........5 Upper thread tightened up ............. 5 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ........6 Incorrect thread tension............

  • Page 11: Basic Operations

    Basic operations This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page number starts with “B” in this section. Chapter1 GETTING READY............B-2 Chapter2 STARTING TO SEW..........B-36 Chapter3 STARTING TO EMBROIDER......... B-51...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions GETTING READY Chapter Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below. Before using the machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine and their locations. Machine ■...

  • Page 13: Needle And Presser Foot Section

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ■ Right-side/rear view Needle and presser foot section 1 Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. 1 Needle bar thread guide 2 Handle Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide.

  • Page 14: Embroidery Unit

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Embroidery Unit Operation buttons 1 “Start/Stop” button Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop sewing. The machine stitches at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric.

  • Page 15: Operation Panel And Operation Keys

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Operation panel and operation keys Using the flat bed attachment Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. A presser foot accessory tray is stored in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment.

  • Page 16: Included Accessories

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Included accessories Included accessories may differ from the table below depending on the machine model you purchased. For more details on included accessories and their part codes of your machine, refer to the Quick Reference Guide. Zigzag foot “J”...

  • Page 17: Optional Accessories

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Note • (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 888-L01. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. Optional accessories The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately.

  • Page 18: Using The Utility Stitch Tables In The "Sewing" Section

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section The utility stitch numbers differ depending on the model of your machine. Refer to the column titled “Model 4” for your machine. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Basting stitch...

  • Page 19: Turning The Machine On/Off

    If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized Brother dealer for repairs before continuing use. • Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise, a fire may result.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Machine

    Turning the Machine On/Off Turning on the machine Turning off the machine When you are finished using the machine, turn it off. In Make sure that the machine is turned off (the main addition, before transporting the machine to another location, power switch is set to “...

  • Page 21: Lcd Operation

    LCD Operation LCD Operation Viewing the LCD An opening movie may be displayed when the power is turned on. When the opening movie is displayed, the screen will be displayed if you touch the LCD with your finger. Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key.
  • Page 22 LCD Operation ■ Utility stitch screen ■ Utility stitch editing screen No. Display Key Name Explanation Page – Stitches Press the key for the pattern you want to sew. B-36 Pattern display size Show the approximate size of the pattern selected. –...

  • Page 23: Using The Settings Key

    LCD Operation Using the settings key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). Press , after you changed necessary settings. ■ Sewing settings Page 1 Page 2 1 Select whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the zigzag width. For details, refer to “Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller”...
  • Page 24 L Select whether to turn on the light for the needle area and work area. M Select the level of the input sensitivity for operation keys. (page B-15) N Display the service count which is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized Brother dealer for details.) O Display the total number of stitches sewn on this machine.

  • Page 25: Adjusting Input Sensitivity For Operation Keys

    LCD Operation ■ Choosing the display language Adjust the “Input Sensitivity” by pressing • The higher the setting, the more sensitive the keys Press will be. The default setting is “3”. Display page 6. to choose the display language. 1 Display language Press to return to the original screen.

  • Page 26: Saving A Settings Screen Image To Usb Flash Drive

    LCD Operation Press the item to be displayed. Saving a settings screen image to USB flash drive An image of the settings screen can be saved as a BMP file. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the right side of the machine.

  • Page 27: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Winding/Installing the Bobbin Open the top cover. CAUTION Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the • Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB: spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin XA5539-151) designed specifically for this Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place.
  • Page 28 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. Memo Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left. • When using the spool as shown below, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.
  • Page 29 Winding/Installing the Bobbin While holding the thread near the spool with your right While holding the thread with your left hand, wind the hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, thread that was pulled out clockwise around the and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover bobbin five or six times with your right hand.

  • Page 30: Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Press the “Start/Stop” button once to start winding the Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and then bobbin. remove the bobbin from the shaft. When the foot controller is plugged in, press down on the foot controller. Memo •...
  • Page 31 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Press (Needle position button) once or twice to Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right hand raise the needle. (1), and then guide the end of the thread around the tab of the needle plate cover with your left hand (2). Press →...
  • Page 32 Winding/Installing the Bobbin While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right hand (1), continue guiding the thread through the slit with your left hand (2). Then, cut the thread with the cutter (3). Note • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension.

  • Page 33: Upper Threading

    Upper Threading Upper Threading Turn on the machine. CAUTION Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot. • Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break.
  • Page 34 Upper Threading Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool While holding the thread lightly with your right hand, pin. pass the thread under the thread guide plate, and then pull it up. 1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap Place the spool of thread onto the spool pin.

  • Page 35: Threading The Needle

    Upper Threading Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide. Cut the thread with the thread cutter on the left side of the machine. The thread can easily be slid behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown.

  • Page 36: Threading The Needle Manually (Without Using The Needle Threader)

    Upper Threading Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the Threading the needle manually (without machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. using the needle threader) When using specialty thread, such as transparent nylon thread, a wing needle or a twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below.

  • Page 37: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    • Traditionally a twin needle is also used for creating pin tucks. Contact your nearest authorized Brother dealer to obtain the optional pin tuck foot → The bobbin thread is looped around the upper thread for your machine (SA194, F069: XF5832-001).
  • Page 38 Upper Threading Thread the upper thread for the left needle eye. Thread the upper thread in the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded. • For details, refer to steps through “Threading the upper thread” on page B-23. Manually thread the left needle with the upper thread.
  • Page 39 Upper Threading Set “Twin Needle” to “ON.” Press CAUTION • When using the twin needle, be sure to select the twin needle setting, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Start sewing. • For details on starting to sew, refer to “STARTING TO SEW”...

  • Page 40: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

    Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations • Needles that can be used with this machine: Home sewing machine needles (size 65/9 - 100/16) * The larger the number, the larger the needle. As the numbers decrease, the needles get finer. • Thread that can be used with this machine: 30 - 90 weight * Never use thread of 20 weight or lower.

  • Page 41: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle Replacing the Needle Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is Note extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and • Replace the needle in cases such as the four fragments are dispersed.
  • Page 42 Replacing the Needle Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle. • The needle clamp screw can also be loosened or tightened with the disc-shaped screwdriver. 1 Screwdriver 2 Needle clamp screw •...

  • Page 43: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot Replacing the Presser Foot Place a different presser foot below the holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the CAUTION holder. • Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break.

  • Page 44: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot Holder

    Replacing the Presser Foot Use the screwdriver to loosen the presser foot holder screw. Note Turn the screw toward the back of the machine • When a stitch is selected, the icon for the presser (counterclockwise). foot that should be used appears in the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached •...
  • Page 45 Replacing the Presser Foot Hold the presser foot holder in place with your right hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. Turn the screw toward you (clockwise). 1 Screwdriver CAUTION • Be sure to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw, otherwise the presser foot holder may fall off and the needle may strike it, causing the needle to bend or break.

  • Page 46: Chapter 2 Starting To Sew

    Sewing STARTING TO SEW Chapter Sewing Sewing a stitch CAUTION Turn the main power to ON and display the stitch • While the machine is in operation, pay special selection screen in (icon) category, and press attention to the needle location. In addition, (Needle position button) to raise the needle.
  • Page 47 Sewing If necessary, specify the setting for automatic reverse/ Adjust the sewing speed with the sewing speed reinforcement stitching and adjust the stitch length, controller. etc. You can use this controller to adjust sewing speed during sewing. • For details on adjusting the stitch width and length, refer to “Setting the stitch width”...
  • Page 48 Sewing Turn off the machine. CAUTION Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the • Do not press (Thread cutter button) after machine. the threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the thread or break the needle and damage the machine.

  • Page 49: Sewing Reinforcement Stitches

    Sewing Sewing reinforcement stitches Automatic reinforcement stitching Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the After selecting a stitch motif, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the beginning and end of sewing. You can use (Reverse stitch machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or button) to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches.
  • Page 50 Sewing Press (Reverse stitch button) or (Reinforcement Reverse stitch Reinforcement stitch button). stitch button button When the automatic Machine sews 3 - 5 Machine sews 3 - 5 reinforcement reinforcement reinforcement stitching function is stitches while stitches while not active while holding the Reverse holding the selecting utility...

  • Page 51: Setting The Stitch

    Setting the Stitch Setting the Stitch This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width, stitch length, “L/R Shift”, and upper thread Memo tension for each stitch. However, you can change any of • Press to return the setting to its default. the settings by pressing in the utility stitch screen, then •...

  • Page 52: Setting The "L/R Shift

    Setting the Stitch Setting the “L/R Shift” Setting the thread tension Follow the steps below when you want to change the You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the placement of the zigzag stitch pattern by moving it left and fabric and thread being used.

  • Page 53: Saving Stitch Settings

    Setting the Stitch ■ Upper thread is too loose Press If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the • To reset the selected stitch pattern back to its default fabric, the upper thread is too loose. settings, press , and then press Note...

  • Page 54: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions Useful Functions Automatically cutting the thread Memo • Programmed thread cutting will not be performed The machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the if the “Start/Stop” button is pressed while sewing. end of the stitching. This is called “programmed thread Press (Reverse stitch button) or cutting”.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure

    Useful Functions ■ Using the knee lifter Adjusting the presser foot pressure Stop the machine. You can adjust the presser foot pressure (the amount of pressure applied to the fabric by the presser foot) on the • Do not use the knee lifter while the machine is settings screen.

  • Page 56: Stitch Setting Chart

    Stitch Setting Chart Stitch Setting Chart Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Memo • The stitches shown in the table below may differ slightly from the stitch patterns displayed in the LCD. For free motion quilting, use free motion open toe quilting foot “O”.
  • Page 57 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications number foot needle button Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Overcasting Reinforcing of heavyweight fabric 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Reinforce- 1-16 stitch 2.5 - 5.0 0.4 - 5.0 ment (3/32 - 3/16)
  • Page 58 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications number foot needle button Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Blind hem stitch Hemming woven fabrics 2.0 (1/16) Reinforce- 2-01 0.4 - 5.0 3←...
  • Page 59 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications number foot needle button Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Hemstitching Decorative hems, lace attaching 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 (3/32) Reinforce- 3-04 pin stitch 0.0 - 7.0 0.4 - 5.0 ment...
  • Page 60 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications number foot needle button Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Narrow squared Buttonholes for light to medium 5.0 (3/16) 0.4 (1/64) Automatic 4-04 buttonhole stitch weight fabrics 3.0 - 5.0...

  • Page 61: Chapter 3 Starting To Embroider

    Embroidery Step by Step STARTING TO Chapter EMBROIDER Embroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step 9 Step 3 Step 7, 8 Step 4 Step 1, 2 Step 6 Step 5 Step # Action Page Presser foot attachment...

  • Page 62: Attaching The Embroidery Foot

    Attaching the Embroidery Foot Attaching the Embroidery Foot Hold the embroidery foot with your right hand, as shown. CAUTION Hold the embroidery foot with your index finger wrapped around the lever at the back of the foot. • Be sure to use embroidery foot when doing embroidery.
  • Page 63 Attaching the Embroidery Foot Hold the embroidery foot in place with your right hand, and then use the included screwdriver to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw. CAUTION • Use the included screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw of the embroidery foot. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and possibly cause injury.

  • Page 64: Attaching The Embroidery Unit

    Attaching the Embroidery Unit Attaching the Embroidery Unit Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left. CAUTION • Do not move the machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause injury. • Keep your hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame.
  • Page 65 Attaching the Embroidery Unit ■ Removing the embroidery unit Be sure that no objects or hands are near the embroidery unit and press Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Remove the embroidery frame. •...
  • Page 66 Attaching the Embroidery Unit Hold the release button on the bottom left of the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 Release button CAUTION • Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. B-56...

  • Page 67: Embroidery Attractive Finishes

    Embroidery Attractive Finishes Embroidery Attractive Finishes There are many factors that go into beautiful embroidery. Alternate bobbin case (for prewound or other embroidery bobbin threads) Using the appropriate stabilizer (page B-58) and hooping the fabric in the frame (page B-58) are two important factors mentioned earlier.

  • Page 68: Preparing The Fabric

    Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame fabric and stabilizer in the embroidery frame, or check with your authorized Brother dealer for the correct stabilizer to use. ■ Types of embroidery frames CAUTION The types and numbers of supplied embroidery frames will differ depending on the machine model.
  • Page 69 Preparing the Fabric ■ Inserting the Fabric Small (sold separately with some models) Embroidering field 2 cm × 6 cm (1 inch × 2 - 1/2 inches) Use when embroidering small sized patterns, such as Note name tags. • If the fabric is not securely held in the embroidery frame, the embroidery design will sew out poorly.
  • Page 70 Preparing the Fabric Gently remove the fabric from the frame without loosening the adjustment screw. Memo • You can use the included screwdriver when you loosen or tighten the frame adjustment screw. ■ Using the embroidery sheet When you want to embroider the pattern in a particular place, use the embroidery sheet with the frame.

  • Page 71: Embroidering Small Fabrics Or Fabric Edges

    Preparing the Fabric ■ Embroidering ribbons or tape Remove the embroidery sheet. Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray adhesive. Embroidering small fabrics or fabric edges 1 Ribbon or tape Use an embroidery stabilizer to provide extra support. After 2 Stabilizer embroidering, remove the stabilizer carefully.

  • Page 72: Attaching The Embroidery Frame

    Attaching the Embroidery Frame Attaching the Embroidery Frame Note Note • Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the • Be sure to completely insert both pins. If only embroidery frame making sure to use the one of the pins is inserted, the pattern may not recommended bobbin thread.
  • Page 73 Attaching the Embroidery Frame ■ Removing the embroidery frame Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot. While pushing the lever of the embroidery frame holder to the left, slightly lift the back and then the front of the embroidery frame up to clear the pins and then remove.

  • Page 74: Selecting Embroidery Patterns

    Guide” for a full summary of patterns in the machine's memory). You can also use patterns from USB flash drive (sold separately). Press , and then 1 Embroidery patterns 2 Brother “Exclusives” → Pattern editing screen appears. 3 Floral alphabet patterns 4 Character patterns 5 Frame patterns Press...

  • Page 75: Confirming The Pattern Position

    Confirming the Pattern Position Confirming the Pattern Position The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the Press embroidery frame. If the pattern needs to be repositioned for better placement on the garment, you can check the layout before starting embroidery. Previewing the selected pattern Checking the pattern position Press...

  • Page 76: Embroidering

    Embroidering Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. Lower the presser foot, then press the “Start/Stop” button to start embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and After 5-6 stitches, press the “Start/Stop” button again appliquéing. to stop the machine.

  • Page 77: Changing The Thread Color Display

    Embroidering Repeat the same steps for embroidering the remaining Thread color name colors. Thread number → When the last color is sewn, the message informing that the embroidering is finished will appear on the display. Press , and the display will return to the initial screen.
  • Page 78 Embroidering B-68...

  • Page 79: Sewing

    Sewing This section describes procedures for using the various utility stitches as well as other functions. It provides details on basic sewing in addition to the more expressive features of the machine, such as sewing tubular pieces and buttonholes. Page number starts with “S” in this section. Chapter1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHES......

  • Page 80: Sewing Tips

    Sewing Tips SEWING ATTRACTIVE Chapter FINISHES Sewing Tips Trial sewing Sewing curves After you have set up the machine with the thread and needle Sew slowly while slightly changing the sewing direction to appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn, the machine sew around the curve.

  • Page 81: Sewing An Even Seam Allowance

    Sewing Tips ■ Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking Sewing an even seam allowance The markings on the needle plate show the distance from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance (left needle position).

  • Page 82: Sewing Various Fabrics

    Sewing Various Fabrics Sewing Various Fabrics While holding zigzag foot “J” level, push in and hold Sewing thick fabrics the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side), and lower the presser foot lever. ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot The presser foot lever can be raised to two different positions.

  • Page 83: Sewing Thin Fabrics

    Sewing Various Fabrics Sewing thin fabrics Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics When sewing thin fabrics such as chiffon, the stitching may When sewing fabrics that may stick to the presser foot, such as become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. Move leather or vinyl fabrics, replace the presser foot with the the needle (be sure to use a fine needle) to the furthest left or walking foot*, non stick foot* or roller foot*.

  • Page 84: Sewing Hook-And-Loop Fastener Tape

    Sewing Various Fabrics Sewing hook-and-loop fastener tape CAUTION • Use only the adhesive-free hook-and-loop fastener tape which is designed for sewing. When the glue adheres to the needle or the bobbin hook race, it may cause malfunction. • If the hook-and-loop fastener tape is sewn with the thin needle (65/9-75/11), the needle may bend or break.

  • Page 85: Chapter 2 Utility Stitches

    Basic Stitching UTILITY STITCHES Chapter Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Memo • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic • If the basting threads fall out of the fabric, pull up operations”...
  • Page 86 Basic Stitching ■ Changing the needle position The needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch (left needle position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). 1 Straight stitch (left needle position) 2 Straight stitch (center needle position) When the stitch width of the straight stitch (left needle position) is set to its standard setting (0.0 mm), the distance from the needle position to the right side of the...

  • Page 87: Blind Hem Stitching

    Blind Hem Stitching Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Use a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then baste it. •...
  • Page 88 Blind Hem Stitching Slide the item that you wish to sew onto the free arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start Memo sewing. • Blind hem stitches cannot be sewn if the left needle drop point does not catch the fold. If the needle catches too much of the fold, the fabric cannot be unfolded and the seam appearing on the right side of the fabric will be very large,...
  • Page 89 Blind Hem Stitching ■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold The needle is too far to the right. Increase the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. Example: Thick fabric Example: Normal fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot...

  • Page 90: Overcasting Stitches

    Overcasting Stitches Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to Sew with the edge of the fabric against the presser foot guide. prevent them from fraying. Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing”...

  • Page 91: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Zigzag Foot "J

    Overcasting Stitches Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operations” section. 1 Needle drop point Stitch name Stitch Sewing overcasting stitches using the side Stitch number cutter (sold separately with some models) Zigzag stitch...
  • Page 92 Overcasting Stitches Remove the presser foot. Select a stitch. Hook the connecting fork of the side cutter onto the Make a cut of about 2 cm (3/4 inch) long in the fabric needle clamp screw. at the beginning of the stitching. 1 2 cm (3/4 inch) Position the fabric so that the right side of the cut is on top of the guide plate and the left side of the cut is...

  • Page 93: Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing

    Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility Buttonhole sewing stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operations” section. The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.
  • Page 94 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length Attach buttonhole foot “A”. of the buttonhole. Position the upper thread under the presser foot by guiding thread through the hole in the presser foot before attaching the buttonhole foot “A”. Select a stitch.
  • Page 95 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut. 1 Buttonhole lever 1 Pin The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open on the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 96: Button Sewing

    Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing ■ Changing the density of the stitching Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread. Adjust the stitch length. Lower the presser foot lever and the buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack.
  • Page 97 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Place the button in the position where it will be sewn, Use scissors to cut the upper thread and the bobbin and lower the presser foot lever. thread at the beginning of the stitching. Pull the upper thread at the end of the stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread.

  • Page 98: Zipper Insertion

    Zipper Insertion Zipper Insertion • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic the fabric. operations” section. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number 1 Wrong side of fabric Straight stitch (Middle)

  • Page 99: Inserting A Side Zipper

    Zipper Insertion Select stitch Inserting a side zipper Stitching is visible on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper application for side openings and back openings. CAUTION • When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle position), and slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to check that the needle...
  • Page 100 Zipper Insertion Press the seam allowance so that the right side (the side Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the extra 3 that will not be stitched) has an extra 3 mm (1/8 inch). mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base of the zipper. 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 3 mm (1/8 inch) Align the zipper teeth with the pressed edge of the...
  • Page 101 Zipper Insertion Topstitch around the zipper. Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot. 1 Right side of fabric 2 End of zipper opening 3 Reverse stitches 4 Beginning of stitching 5 Basting stitching CAUTION...

  • Page 102: Zipper/Piping Insertion

    Zipper/piping Insertion Zipper/piping Insertion A zipper and piping can be sewn in place. Slide the presser foot over to either the left or right feed dog. • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operations”...

  • Page 103: Inserting A Piping

    Zipper/piping Insertion Topstitch around the zipper. After sewing, turn them over. 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening CAUTION • When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break.

  • Page 104: Sewing Stretch Fabrics And Elastic Tape

    Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric. stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make operations”...

  • Page 105: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility Appliqué stitching stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operations” section. Cut out the appliqué, leaving a seam allowance between 3 and 5 mm (1/8 and 3/16 inch).

  • Page 106: Patchwork (Crazy Quilt) Stitching

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Select a stitch. Piecing Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise), Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. The and then begin sewing around the edge of the fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam appliqué, making sure that the needle drops just allowance.
  • Page 107 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ■ Piecing using the 1/4" quilting foot with guide Topstitching quilting, 1/8 inch Sew with the edge of the fabric aligned with the left side of (sold separately with some models) the presser foot end. This quilting foot can sew an accurate 1/4 inch or 1/8 inch seam allowance.

  • Page 108: Quilting

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Start sewing. Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot onto the needle clamp screw. When the end of the stitching is reached, stop the machine. Sew until the mark at the lower edge of the 1/4" quilting foot aligns with the lower edge of the fabric.

  • Page 109: Free Motion Quilting

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ■ Using the quilting guide (sold separately with ■ Using free motion open toe quilting foot “O”* some models) or quilting foot* Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are * Sold separately with some models. equally spaced.

  • Page 110: Satin Stitching Using The Sewing Speed Controller

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, Press to display the settings screen, and set and tighten the presser foot holder screw using the “Width Control” to “ON”. screwdriver with your left hand. The settings screens differ depending on the models.

  • Page 111: Reinforcement Stitching

    Reinforcement Stitching Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve Determine the desired length of the bar tack. holes, inseams and pocket corners. Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot “A” to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on •...

  • Page 112: Darning

    Reinforcement Stitching Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Darning 1 Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. 1 Reinforcement stitching 1 Buttonhole lever 2 Bracket Determine the desired length of the darning. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot “A”...
  • Page 113 Reinforcement Stitching Position the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm (1/16 Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and inch) in front of the area to be darned. then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position. Memo •...

  • Page 114: Eyelet Stitching

    Eyelet Stitching Eyelet Stitching Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet. • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operations”...

  • Page 115: Attaching Patches Or Emblems To Shirt Sleeves

    Attaching Patches or Emblems to Shirt Sleeves Attaching Patches or Emblems to Shirt Sleeves Use these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching, and then start sewing. pant legs, shirt sleeves, etc.
  • Page 116 Attaching Patches or Emblems to Shirt Sleeves After you have sewn to the corner, stop the machine, and then select stitch again. After sewing 3 to 5 stitches at the beginning of the stitching, stop the machine. Memo • The feeding direction of the fabric differs depending on the stitch that is selected.

  • Page 117: Decorative Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Decorative Stitching The utility stitches contain the following decorative Fagoting stitches. • Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic on blouses and children's clothing.

  • Page 118: Scallop Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8 inch). Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeated pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects. Attach monogramming foot “N”.

  • Page 119: Shell Tuck Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Shell tuck stitching Joining The gathers that look like shells are called “shell tucks”. They Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy of thin fabrics.

  • Page 120: Heirloom Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Partially removing threads is called “drawnwork”. This gives Heirloom stitching beautiful results with fabrics that have a loose weave. Two ways to create drawnwork are described below. When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to ■...
  • Page 121 Decorative Stitching ■ Drawnwork (Example 2) Pull out several threads from two sections of the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm (3/16 inch). 1 4 mm (3/16 inch) Attach monogramming foot “N”. Select stitch Sew along the center of the unfrayed section. Sewing S-43...
  • Page 122 Decorative Stitching S-44...

  • Page 123: Decorative Sewing

    Decorative sewing This section provides instructions on sewing character stitches and decorative stitches as well as on adjusting and editing them. In addition, it describes how to use MY CUSTOM STITCH, which allows you to create original stitch patterns. Page number starts with “D” in this section. Chapter1 CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHES ...D-2 Chapter2 MY CUSTOM STITCH ..........D-18 CAUTION...

  • Page 124: Chapter 1 Character / Decorative Stitches

    Selecting Stitch Patterns CHARACTER / Chapter DECORATIVE STITCHES Selecting Stitch Patterns 1 Decorative stitches 2 Satin stitches 3 7 mm satin stitches 4 Cross stitch stitches 5 Utility decorative stitch patterns 6 Characters (Gothic font, Handwriting font, Outline, Cyrillic font, Japanese font) 7 Press this key to create your own stitches with the MY Characters CUSTOM STITCH function (page D-18)
  • Page 125 Selecting Stitch Patterns Press and then enter “B”. Select the correct character. • Continually press and all characters will be deleted. Press to display “l”, “u” and “e”, and enter them. ■ Adjusting the character spacing Press two times and press to enter a space.

  • Page 126: Sewing Stitch Patterns

    Sewing Stitch Patterns Sewing Stitch Patterns Sewing attractive finishes Basic sewing To achieve attractive results when sewing Select a decorative/character stitch pattern. character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the proper fabric/thread/needle combinations. Attach monogramming foot “N”. Note • Other factors, such as fabric thickness, stabilizer Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper material, etc., also have an effect on the stitch, thread out to the side, press...

  • Page 127: Making Adjustments

    Sewing Stitch Patterns Press (Reverse stitch button) or (Reinforcement Making adjustments stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as explained below.
  • Page 128 Sewing Stitch Patterns Press , and then adjust the pattern with the “Fine Adjust Verti.” or “Fine Adjust Horiz.” displays. If the pattern is bunched: Press in the “Fine Adjust Verti.” display. → The displayed value increases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will lengthen.

  • Page 129: Editing Stitch Patterns

    Editing Stitch Patterns Editing Stitch Patterns You can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Note • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch patterns. Only the functions for the displayed keys are available when a pattern is selected.

  • Page 130: Changing The Size

    Editing Stitch Patterns No. Display Key Name Explanation Page Step stitch keys Use these keys to make step stitch patterns. D-13 Delete key When you make a mistake selecting a stitch pattern, use this key to delete the D-2, mistake. When you make a mistake in combining stitch patterns, use this key to delete stitch patterns.

  • Page 131: Sewing A Pattern Continuously

    Editing Stitch Patterns Memo Sewing a pattern continuously • Even if you select a new pattern after changing the thread density, the thread density remains the Press on the editing screen to select continuous sewing or same until you change it. single stitch sewing.

  • Page 132: Checking The Image

    Editing Stitch Patterns Checking the image You can display an approximate size image of the selected stitch pattern. You can also check and change the colors of the image on the screen. Press → An image of the selected pattern is displayed. Press to change the thread color in the image to red, blue, or black.

  • Page 133: Combining Stitch Patterns

    Combining Stitch Patterns Combining Stitch Patterns You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as Press character stitches, cross stitches, satin stitches, or stitches you design with MY CUSTOM STITCH function (page D-18 for information about MY CUSTOM STITCH). Select the following pattern on 1/2.

  • Page 134: Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns

    Combining Stitch Patterns Press to display editing screen again, and then Note press • Some stitch patterns cannot be flipped. If a stitch → The pattern is displayed in a smaller size. pattern that cannot be flipped is selected, the editing screen appears in light gray and is not available.

  • Page 135: Making Step Stitch Patterns

    Combining Stitch Patterns Press to display editing screen, and then press Press to display the previous screen, and select the same pattern again. Press to display editing screen again, and then three times. → The next stitch pattern will move to the right. →...

  • Page 136: Using The Memory Function

    Using The Memory Function Using The Memory Function Stitch data precautions Saving stitch patterns in the machine’s memory Observe the following precautions when using stitch data other than what was created and saved in this machine. You can save often used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory.

  • Page 137: Saving Stitch Patterns To Usb Flash Drive

    • Press to return to the original screen without this machine. Please visit our website saving. “ http://support.brother.com/ ” for more details. • The USB flash drive can be inserted or removed at any time except when saving or deleting. Press Choose a stitch pattern to delete.

  • Page 138: Retrieving Stitch Patterns From The Machine's Memory

    Using The Memory Function Retrieving stitch patterns from the machine’s Recalling from USB flash drive memory You can recall a specific stitch pattern from USB flash drive. If the stitch pattern is in a folder, check each folder to find the Press stitch pattern.
  • Page 139 Using The Memory Function Press • Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB flash drive. → The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the character/decorative stitch editing screen will be displayed. Note • You can recall and sew the MY CUSTOM STITCH pattern saved in the USB flash drive by pressing , but it cannot be edited here.

  • Page 140: Chapter 2 My Custom Stitch

    Designing a Stitch MY CUSTOM STITCH Chapter Designing a Stitch By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH function, you can Decide the spacing of the stitch. register stitches you have created yourself. You can also • By adjusting the spacing of a stitch, you can create sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH creations various patterns with one stitch.
  • Page 141 Designing a Stitch Examples of Custom Stitches Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Decorative sewing D-19...

  • Page 142: Entering Stitch Data

    Entering Stitch Data Entering Stitch Data ■ MY CUSTOM STITCH screen 0 9 8 1 This area displays the stitch being created. 2 Displays the number of the present set point over the total number of points in the stitch. 3 Displays the y-coordinate of over the x-coordinate of Display...
  • Page 143 Entering Stitch Data Repeat the steps above for each point that you have Press drawn on the grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen as a continuous line. • Pressing each key to perform the following operation.

  • Page 144: Editing A Built-In Sample Pattern

    Entering Stitch Data ■ Moving part or all of the design to move the point. Press to move to the first point of the section that you want to move. • To move to the first point, press • To move to the last point, press Press →...

  • Page 145: Using Stored Custom Stitches

    Using Stored Custom Stitches Using Stored Custom Stitches Storing custom stitches in your list Retrieving stored stitches Stitch patterns created using the MY CUSTOM STITCH Press function can be stored for later use. Once you finish entering the stitch data, press and then press either When you save the pattern to USB flash drive, it is saved in a Press...
  • Page 146 Using Stored Custom Stitches D-24...

  • Page 147: Embroidering

    Embroidering This section provides instruction to embroider designs with this machine. Page number starts with “E” in this section. The screen display and machine illustration may vary slightly, depending on the countries or regions. Chapter1 EMBROIDERY ............E-2...

  • Page 148: Chapter 1 Embroidery

    → The pattern selected is outlined in red. Proceed to “Editing Patterns” on page E-5 to edit the pattern. Selecting character patterns 1 Embroidery patterns 2 Brother “Exclusives” Example: Entering “We Fly”. 3 Floral alphabet patterns 4 Character patterns Press...
  • Page 149 Selecting Patterns Press to display “W” on the screen, and then enter Press , and then press to enter a space. “W”. • The number located on the left side of the text input box at the top of the screen indicates the current line number.

  • Page 150: Selecting Frame Patterns

    Selecting Patterns ■ Entering a line feed Selecting frame patterns Using the line feed key, multiple lines of text can be entered. Each line becomes a group, each of which can be edited one at a time. Press Example: Entering “High” in the second line of the following screen Press the key of the frame shape you want to embroidery.

  • Page 151: Editing Patterns

    Editing Patterns Editing Patterns When a pattern is selected in the pattern selection screen and is pressed, the pattern editing screen appears. To finish editing, press to continue to the embroidery settings screen. ■ Pattern editing screen Memo • If a key display is light gray, you cannot use that function with the selected pattern. CAUTION •...

  • Page 152: Moving The Pattern

    Editing Patterns Moving the pattern Changing the size of the pattern Press Press Select the direction in which to change the size. to move the pattern in the direction shown • Pressing each key to change shape of the pattern as by the arrow.

  • Page 153: Rotating The Pattern

    Editing Patterns Rotating the pattern Changing the thread color You can change the thread color by choosing a new color Press from the thread colors in the machine. Select the angle of rotation for the pattern. In the pattern editing screen, press •...

  • Page 154: Changing The Density (Alphabet Character And Frame Patterns Only)

    Editing Patterns Changing the density (alphabet character Displaying patterns in the screen and frame patterns only) magnification The thread density for some alphabet character and frame Press patterns can be changed. A setting between 80% and 120% in 5% increments can be specified.

  • Page 155: Editing Character Patterns

    Editing Character Patterns Editing Character Patterns Font editing screen appears by pressing on the pattern Changing the colors of alphabet character editing screen. patterns ■ Font editing screen Combined alphabet character patterns can be sewn with each letter in a different color. If “Multi Color” is set, the machine 1 2 3 stops after each character is sewn so that the thread can be changed to a different color.

  • Page 156: Changing The Font Of Entered Characters

    Editing Character Patterns Press to return to the font editing screen. Changing the font of entered characters After text has been entered, the font can be changed. Note Press Reducing character spacing • The spacing between characters can be reduced to 50% of the narrowest character in the group.

  • Page 157: Editing Single Characters

    Editing Character Patterns ■ Changing the font Press to return to the font editing screen. Press Press , and then select the character whose font is to be changed. • To select the character, press → The selected character is surrounded with a red box. Editing single characters Press so that a single character can be selected for editing.

  • Page 158: Changing The Configuration Of Character Patterns

    Editing Character Patterns Changing the configuration of character patterns Press Press the key of the layout you want to embroider. • When selecting an arc, use to change the degree of the arc. : Make the arc flatter. : Make the arc rounder. Memo •...

  • Page 159: Combining Patterns

    Combining Patterns Combining Patterns Press Editing combined patterns Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing Press to move the characters. • With your finger, drag the characters to move them. Press to select an embroidery pattern. Select the following pattern and then press Press to return to the pattern editing screen.

  • Page 160: Embroidering Combined Patterns

    Combining Patterns When all editing is finished, press and then Embroidering combined patterns → Embroidering screen appears. Combined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → ■ Selecting combined embroidery patterns •...

  • Page 161: Editing All Patterns

    Editing All Patterns Editing All Patterns When is pressed in the editing screen, the embroidery Aligning the pattern and the needle settings screen appears. After editing the pattern, press to continue to the embroidering screen. Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle ■...

  • Page 162: Embroidering Linked Characters

    Editing All Patterns Select the character patterns for “ABCDEF”, and then to align the needle and the mark on the press fabric, and begin embroidering the pattern. Note • After entering the “ABCD” when the “E” is selected, a message appears and you need to select the to rotate 90 degrees to the right before continuing with the “EF”.
  • Page 163 Editing All Patterns After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads, Press and then press remove the embroidery frame, and then press “Finished embroidering”. Select the character patterns for “GHIJK”, and then press Press and select to rotate 90 degrees to the 1 End of the embroidering right, and then press Reposition the fabric in embroidery frame so that the...

  • Page 164: Embroidery Applications

    Embroidery Applications Embroidery Applications Attach stabilizer material to the wrong side of the Sewing embroidery patterns which use appliqué fabric. appliqué Hoop the fabric in the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit. When the color sewing order display shows (APPLIQUE MATERIAL), (APPLIQUE POSITION) or (APPLIQUE), follow the procedure below.
  • Page 165 Embroidery Applications ■ 2. Sewing the appliqué position on the base fabric Note • If the appliqué piece is not securely attached to Attach stabilizer material to the wrong side of the the base fabric, the appliqué piece may lift off fabric for the appliqué...

  • Page 166: Using A Frame Pattern To Make An Appliqué (1)

    Embroidery Applications ■ 4. Embroidering the remainder of the pattern Embroider the same pattern from step onto the base fabric. Change the embroidery thread according to the thread color sewing order, and then finish embroidering the remainder of the pattern. Apply a thin layer of fabric glue or a temporary spray adhesive to the rear of the appliqué...

  • Page 167: Using A Frame Pattern To Make An Appliqué (2)

    Embroidery Applications Using a frame pattern to make an appliqué Note • Do not remove the fabric from the embroidery frame to cut it. Also, do not pull or push on the This is a second method to make appliqué using embroidery fabric.

  • Page 168: Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns

    Embroidery Applications Press Sewing split embroidery patterns Split embroidery patterns created with PE-DESIGN Ver.7 or later, or PE-DESIGN NEXT can be sewn. With split embroidery patterns, embroidery designs larger than the embroidery hoop are divided into multiple sections, which combine to create a single pattern after each section is sewn. For details on creating split embroidery patterns and for more detailed sewing instructions, refer to the Instruction manual •...

  • Page 169: Adjustments During The Embroidery Process

    Adjustments During the Embroidery Process Adjustments During the Embroidery Process Remove the back mounting bracket from the pin. Note • Be careful not to bump the embroidery unit carriage or the presser foot when removing or attaching the embroidery frame. Otherwise, the pattern will not embroider correctly.

  • Page 170: If The Thread Breaks During Sewing

    Adjustments During the Embroidery Process Press If the thread breaks during sewing Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine. If the upper thread is broken, redo the upper threading. If the bobbin thread is broken, press and follow the directions in steps through from →...
  • Page 171 Adjustments During the Embroidery Process Attach the embroidery frame and press → The previous embroidery screen displayed before the machine was turned off appears. Memo • If you want to start a new embroidery pattern, press so the pattern selection screen appears.

  • Page 172: Making Embroidery Adjustments

    Making Embroidery Adjustments Making Embroidery Adjustments Press Adjusting thread tension When embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the upper thread can slightly be seen on the wrong side of the fabric. ■ Correct thread tension The pattern can be seen from the wrong side of the fabric. If the thread tension is not set correctly, the pattern will not finish well.

  • Page 173: Adjusting The Bobbin Case (With No Color On The Screw)

    Making Embroidery Adjustments ■ Bobbin thread is too loose Press Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of fabric. Note • With “Embroidery Tension” on the setting screen, the tension of the upper thread can be adjusted for embroidering. The selected setting 1 Right side will be applied to all patterns.

  • Page 174: Using The Automatic Thread Cutting Function (End Color Trim)

    Making Embroidery Adjustments Using the automatic thread cutting function Memo (END COLOR TRIM) • “spm” is the number of stitches sewn in one minute. The automatic thread cutting function will cut the thread at • Decrease the embroidery speed when the end of sewing each color.

  • Page 175: Selecting/Displaying Patterns According To The Embroidery Frame Size

    Making Embroidery Adjustments To change the center mark and grid lines When “Embroidery Frame Identification View” is set to “ON”. 1 The embroidery frame selected when “Embroidery Frame Identification View” is set to “ON” is highlighted. 2 The embroidering area for the selected frame is displayed.

  • Page 176: Changing The Background Colors Of The Embroidery Patterns

    Making Embroidery Adjustments Changing the background colors of the Specifying the size of pattern thumbnails embroidery patterns The thumbnails for selecting an embroidery pattern can be set to be displayed at the smaller size or a larger size. The larger In the settings screen, the background colors can be changed size is 1.5 times the smaller size.

  • Page 177: Using The Memory Function

    Using the Memory Function Using the Memory Function ■ Precautions on using the computer to create Embroidery data precautions and save data • If the name of the embroidery data file/folder Observe the following precautions when using embroidery cannot be identified, for example, because the data other than that created and saved in this machine.

  • Page 178: Saving Embroidery Patterns In The Machine's Memory

    Using the Memory Function ■ If the memory is full Saving embroidery patterns in the machine’s If the following screen appears, either the maximum memory number of patterns have been saved or the pattern you want to save uses a lot of memory, and the machine cannot save it.

  • Page 179: Saving Embroidery Patterns To Usb Flash Drive

    Using the Memory Function Memo Note • If there is enough memory available after deleting • The processing speed may vary by quantity of the pattern, the pattern you want to save will be data. saved automatically. If there is not enough •...

  • Page 180: Retrieving Patterns From The Machine's Memory

    Using the Memory Function Retrieving patterns from the machine’s Recalling from USB flash drive memory You can recall a specific embroidery pattern from either direct USB flash drive or a folder in the USB flash drive. If the pattern Press is in a folder, check each folder to find the embroidery pattern.
  • Page 181 Using the Memory Function Press • Press to delete the pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB flash drive. → Pattern editing screen is displayed. Memo • The selected pattern can be saved to the machine's memory directly by pressing If necessary, edit the pattern, and press →...
  • Page 182 Using the Memory Function E-36...

  • Page 183: Appendix

    Appendix This section provides important information for operating this machine. Please read this section to find troubleshooting tips and pointers as well as how to keep your machine in the best working order. Page number starts with “A” in this section. Chapter1 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING..A-2...

  • Page 184: Troubleshooting

    If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or CAUTION an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the authorized service center.
  • Page 185 For a new bobbin case, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. • Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly installed, otherwise the needle may break.

  • Page 186: About The Maintenance Message

    Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If an Once this message appears, it is recommended to take your incorrect operation is performed you will hear two or four machine to an authorized Brother dealer or nearest Brother beeps. authorized service center for a regular maintenance check.

  • Page 187: Troubleshooting

    For this reason, the thread is visible from the support.brother.com/ ”. right side of the fabric. If the problem persists, contact your Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. ■ Remedy/check details Correctly install the bobbin thread.

  • Page 188: Tangled Thread On Wrong Side Of Fabric

    Troubleshooting ■ Remedy/check details Pull the thread to pass it through the slit in the needle plate cover, then cut it with the cutter. Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading. Remove the tangled thread. If it cannot be removed, cut the thread with scissors.

  • Page 189: Incorrect Thread Tension

    Troubleshooting While holding the thread lightly with your right hand, Incorrect thread tension pass the thread under the thread guide plate, and then pull it up. ■ Symptoms • Symptom 1: The bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric. (Refer to illustration below) •...

  • Page 190: Fabric Is Caught In The Machine And Cannot Be Removed

    If the operation cannot be completed stitches. according to this procedure, instead of attempting to remove it forcefully, contact your nearest Brother authorized service • Refer to “Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations” in the center. “Basic operations” section to check that a needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are being used.
  • Page 191 Remove the fabric and threads from the needle plate. If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing 1 Bobbin case these steps, contact your nearest Brother authorized Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner mini service center. attachment to remove any lint or dust from the race Remove any threads in the race and around the feed and its surrounding area.
  • Page 192 • Never use bent needles. Bent needles can feed dogs operate correctly. easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. A-10...

  • Page 193: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    Troubleshooting Turn off the machine, and then install the bobbin and presser foot. CAUTION • Refer to “Installing the bobbin” and “Replacing the presser foot” in the “Basic operations” section. • Do not remove the bobbin winder seat even if the thread become tangled under the bobbin Correctly thread the machine.
  • Page 194 Troubleshooting Hold the thread end with your left hand, and wind off the thread clockwise with your right hand as shown below. Wind the bobbin again. Note • Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly.

  • Page 195: List Of Symptoms

    Check the steps for threading the machine and B-23 rethread the machine. The needle threader hook is bent and does not Contact your authorized Brother dealer or the – pass through the eye of the needle. nearest Brother authorized service center.
  • Page 196 Troubleshooting Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference Embroidery unit is not attached correctly. Reattach the embroidery unit correctly. B-54 Embroidery unit does not operate. Embroidery frame was attached before the unit Remove the embroidery frame, and then B-55 was initialized. perform the initialization process correctly. ■...
  • Page 197 There are scratches around the opening in the Replace the needle plate, or consult your needle plate. authorized Brother dealer. There is a notch on the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.
  • Page 198 There are scratches around the opening of the Replace the needle plate, or consult your needle plate. authorized Brother dealer. There is a notch on the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.
  • Page 199 There are needle holes or friction scratches in Replace the bobbin case, or consult your the bobbin case. authorized Brother dealer. Feed dogs are set in the down position. Slide the feed dog position switch to the right Fabric does not feed through the machine.
  • Page 200 Presser foot pressure is set incorrectly for Adjust presser foot pressure within the settings B-45 fabric. screen. The feed mechanism is damaged. Contact your authorized Brother dealer or the – The fabric feeds in nearest Brother authorized service center. the opposite direction.
  • Page 201 B-58 stretch fabrics, lightweight fabrics, fabrics with a coarse weave, or fabrics that often cause pattern shrinkage. See your authorized Brother dealer for the proper stabilizer. There was an object placed near the machine, If the frame bumps something during sewing,...

  • Page 202: Error Messages

    Turn the machine off, then back on again. If this message continues to appear, the machine may be malfunctioning. Please contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. Cannot change the configuration of the characters.
  • Page 203 Control” to “OFF” in the settings screen (page B-13), or use the foot controller to operate the machine. If error message “F**” appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. Appendix A-21...

  • Page 204: Upgrading Your Machine's Software Using Usb Flash Drive

    Press sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on our website at → The following screen appears. “ http://support.brother.com/ ”, please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below. Note • When using USB flash drive to upgrade the...

  • Page 205: Index

    Index Index Numerics combining ................D-11 editing ..................D-7 1/4" quilting foot ............... S-29 retrieving ................D-16 1/4" quilting foot with guide ............. S-29 saving ..............D-14 D-15 7 mm satin stitches ..............D-2 selecting ................. D-2 sewing ................... D-4 Checking needle ..............
  • Page 206 Index using a frame pattern to make an appliqué ....E-20 E-21 MY CUSTOM STITCH Embroidery sheet ..............B-60 designing ................D-18 Embroidery unit ................. B-4 entering data ............... D-20 attachment ................B-54 key functions ............... D-20 carriage ................B-54 retrieving ................
  • Page 207 Index Retrieving Touch pen ..............B-5 B-15 character/decorative stitch patterns ........D-16 Trial key ................... B-65 machine’s memory ........... D-16 E-34 Trial sewing ................S-2 MY CUSTOM STITCH designs ..........D-23 Triple stretch stitch ............S-7 S-33 USB media ............... D-16 E-34 Troubleshooting .................
  • Page 208 Please visit us at where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 888-L01/L03/K02 Printed in Vietnam XG5439-1011...

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