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Brother SKiTCH 888-R00 Operation Manual

Brother SKiTCH 888-R00 Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
Embroidery Machine
Product Code: 888-R00
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
The latest manuals are available at Brother support website (https://s.brother/cpuaa/).
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Embroidery Machine Product Code: 888-R00 Instruction Videos https://s.brother/cvuka/ Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference. The latest manuals are available at Brother support website (https://s.brother/cpuaa/).
  • Page 3 In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store Return the machine to the nearest authorized it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference. Brother dealer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. IMPORTANT SAFETY •...
  • Page 4 Operation Manual to inspect and adjust been given supervision or instruction the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards Use this machine only for its intended use as involved.
  • Page 5 Important plug supplied with this equipment, you should Changes or modifications not expressly approved by contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to correct lead. operate the equipment. Federal Communications This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation...
  • Page 6 UK Declaration of (Europe and Turkey only) Conformity (Great Britain only) We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that this product is in conformity with the essential requirements of all relevant We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,...
  • Page 7 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brother Industries, Ltd. and related companies is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 8 This Terms of Use (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement of it to be combined with, or become between Brother Industries, Ltd. (“Company”) and you that incorporated in, any other programs; governs your use of any Software, installed on or made 2.1.6 to include Company’s or its licensor’...
  • Page 9 6 Support and Updates. 10.2 Except for cases where transferring Company Products together with ownership, you shall not Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, and assign all or any part of this Agreement to any third with or without notice to you, to add or remove party or any interest therein, without prior written features or functions to or from the Software, or to consent of Company.
  • Page 10 Preparing the machine and app Install Brother Artspira app on your mobile device, and then pair the app and the machine. (page 13) Quick Reference Simple instructions for Printed/Included Guide...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Chapter 1 GETTING READY Names of Machine Parts........10 When transporting the machine ..........11 Items to Prepare ..........11 Setting Up the Machine ........12 Turning the machine on............12 Connecting the machine and app..........13 Setting the embroidery carriage to the initial position....13 Chapter 2 EMBROIDERY Selecting an Embroidery Pattern.......

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Names of Machine Parts 1 GETTING READY Chapter Names of Machine Parts  Main parts  Operation buttons and LED a Bluetooth button Hold down to pair the machine and the app via Bluetooth. a Thread guide (page 13) b Spool pin The LED beside the button changes its lighting depending c Bobbin winder on the connection status between the machine and the app.

  • Page 13: When Transporting The Machine

    90/14 needle. (page 32) Mobile device This machine is controlled by an app. Install the Brother Artspira app on your mobile device, and then use the app to edit patterns and operate the machine.

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Machine

    These things may damage the cord, or cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized Brother dealer for repairs before continuing use. • Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Machine And App

    Brother PP1-**** The embroidery carriage will move. IMPORTANT The machine name appears as “Brother PP1” and a 4- Keep your hands and other objects away from the digit number. This number is the last four digits of the embroidery carriage and frame when they are moving.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Embroidery

    Selecting an Embroidery Pattern 2 EMBROIDERY Chapter Selecting an Embroidery Pattern Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame In the app, select the pattern to be embroidered. CAUTION : App • Use fabrics with a thickness of less than 2 mm (approx. From the home screen of the app, select the pattern 1/16 inch).

  • Page 17: Attaching Stabilizer (Backing) To The Fabric

    Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Attaching stabilizer (backing) to the Inserting the fabric to the embroidery fabric frame (magnetic frame) Press the iron-on stabilizer material to the wrong CAUTION side (bottom) of the fabric. Use a piece of stabilizer which is larger than the When removing or fitting the upper frame, be careful not to embroidery frame being used.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Embroidering Position ([Camera Scan] Function)

    Adjusting the Embroidering Position ([Camera Scan] Function) Adjusting the Embroidering Position ([Camera Scan] Function) For easier adjustment of the embroidering position, use this Place the embroidery frame (with the fabric hooped) function to import into the app an image of the fabric to be on a flat surface, and then set the entire embroidery embroidered.

  • Page 19: Transferring The Pattern Data

    Transferring the Pattern Data Transferring the Pattern Data : App Tap [Transfer] to transfer the pattern data to the machine. Make sure that [Data Sent] is displayed in the app, and then tap [Done]. [Transfer] is disabled when no machine is selected on the app.

  • Page 20: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Winding/Installing the Bobbin Install the bobbin in the machine. IMPORTANT When inserting the bobbin into the bobbin case, insert it with the same orientation as when it was wound. Use the Use the plastic bobbins that came with this machine or “b”...
  • Page 21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5 or 6 times. And then pass the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the When using the spool as shown below, use the thread thread to cut it.

  • Page 22: Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Installing the bobbin When you wound the bobbin thread with this machine, insert the bobbin with the same orientation as when it Install the bobbin wound with thread. You can begin was wound. The thread unwinds to the left. embroidering immediately without pulling up the bobbin thread by simply inserting the bobbin in the bobbin case and guiding the thread through the slit.

  • Page 23: Needle/Thread Exchange Mode

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin While lightly holding down the bobbin, continue Needle/thread exchange mode guiding the thread through the slit. Then, cut the thread with the cutter. While the machine is in this mode, the Threading position button, Thread cutter button, “Start/Stop” button and Bluetooth button are locked in order to prevent the needle from moving by accident.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Embroidery Frame

    Attaching the Embroidery Frame Attaching the Embroidery Frame CAUTION CAUTION Do not hit the needle or presser foot with your finger or the Correctly attach the embroidery frame into the embroidery embroidery frame. It may cause injury or needle breakage. carriage frame holder.
  • Page 25 Attaching the Embroidery Frame  Removing the embroidery frame Close the lever on the embroidery frame holder.  The embroidery frame will separate from the embroidery carriage frame holder. Remove the embroidery frame under the presser foot.

  • Page 26: Upper Threading

    Upper Threading Upper Threading Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. CAUTION Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the rear, as shown, with the rounded side out. When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may break and cause injury.
  • Page 27 Upper Threading Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide. Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the machine as much as possible to make the hook The thread can easily be slid behind the needle bar turn.

  • Page 28: Embroidering A Pattern

    Embroidering a Pattern Embroidering a Pattern Prepare embroidery thread colors as shown on the app. Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of Make sure to prevent any objects or fabric outside of the thread after each color. embroidery frame from overlapping the moving area of the embroidery frame.
  • Page 29 Embroidering a Pattern Remove the thread for the first color from the machine. Repeat the same steps for embroidering the remaining colors.  When the last color is embroidered, the message informing that the embroidering is finished will appear on the app. Follow the instructions in the app to continue embroidering or set another embroidery pattern.
  • Page 30 Embroidering a Pattern  If the thread breaks or the bobbin runs out of If the error still appears after replacing the thread, check the following. thread during embroidering • Check if the machine is exposed to strong light. If the ...

  • Page 31: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Adjusting Thread Tension Adjusting Thread Tension The upper thread tension is changed using the thread tension dial. a Loosen (Decrease the volume) b Tighten (Increase the volume) c Thread tension dial If the stitches appear loose, turn the tension up one notch and embroider again.

  • Page 32: Chapter 3 Appendix

    If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. In order to extend the life of this machine, periodically turn it on and use it.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Race

    Remove the bobbin case, and use the cleaning the needle may break and cause injury. For a new brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and bobbin case, contact your nearest Brother authorized dust from the race and bobbin thread sensor and the service center.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle Replacing the Needle Hold down (Accept button). CAUTION  Needle/thread change mode is entered. (page 21) • Only use recommended home sewing machine needles. CAUTION Use of any other needle may break the needle, possibly resulting in injury. When replacing the needle, be sure to lock all buttons, •...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Lighting LED indications Machine status Reference condition Lights steadily in In the Needle/thread exchange 18, 21  Bluetooth button orange mode or the bobbin is being wound. • In the Needle/thread exchange Lighting Machine status Reference mode, the Accept button LED blinks. condition In this mode, nothing happens when Lights steadily...

  • Page 36: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    If you need additional help, under the pretension disk of the thread guide correctly, the Brother support website offers the latest FAQs and thread may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. troubleshooting tips. Visit us at https://s.brother/cpuaa/.
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting  While embroidering Symptom, Cause/Solution Reference Symptom, Cause/Solution Reference There are scratches near the hole in the presser foot. Machine does not operate. A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is “Start/Stop” button was not pressed. not used. The bobbin winder shaft is pushed to the rear. There are scratches on the bobbin case.
  • Page 38 Thread take-up lever coarse weave, or fabrics that often cause pattern shrinkage. See your authorized Brother High-pitched sound while embroidering dealer for the proper stabilizer. Pieces of thread are caught in the race.

  • Page 39: Error Messages

    Preventive maintenance is recommended Once this message appears, it is recommended to take your machine to an authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center for a regular maintenance check. Although this message will disappear and the machine will continue to function, the message will display several more times until the appropriate maintenance is performed.

  • Page 40: Updating Your Machine's Software

    Updating Your Machine’s Software Updating Your Machine’s Software Before Lending or Disposing of the Machine The machine’s software can be updated with the app. Follow the app instructions to update the machine. Please be sure to reset your machine to delete the following Update information can be viewed in the app.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Item Specification Dimensions of machine 437 mm (W) × 230 mm (D) × 318 mm (H) (Approx. 17-3/16 inches (W) × 9-1/32 inches (D) × 12-1/2 inches (H)) Weight of machine Approx. 7.6 kg (Approx. 17 lb) Maximum embroidery speed 400 stitches per minute Interfaces Bluetooth Ver.5.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy)

  • Page 42: Index

    INDEX INDEX Thread .................... 11 Thread tension ................29 Adjusting the position ..............16 Trial run ................... 22 Artspira app ..................13 Troubleshooting ................33 Bluetooth ..................13 Updating ..................38 Bobbin ..................... 18 Upper thread ................11, 24 Bobbin case ..................31 Bobbin cover ...................
  • Page 44 Brother product. Visit the Google Play™ or App Store to download. This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only. Local Brother companies or their dealers will only support machines purchased in their own countries.

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