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Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V51 http://solutions.brother.com Please visit us at product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX where you can get...
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Use only the interface cable (USB cable) included with this machine. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY IMPORTANT •...
Memo To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your sales representative, the nearest authorized service center or visit the website at [http://www.brother.com/]. All specifications are correct at the time of printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice.
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below.
GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Basic Steps for Embroidering...16 Turning the Machine On/Off ...17 Attaching the Embroidery Unit...19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation...22 Preparing Items for Embroidering ...26 Preparing the Needle...27 Winding/Installing the Bobbin...29 Upper Threading ...37 Preparing the Fabric ...43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame...47...
If you continue embroidering when the bobbin thread is low, the thread may become tangled. ■ Needle Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Memo A 75/11 needle is already installed when the machine is purchased.
Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Threading the upper thread Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then...
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— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin and return the spool pin to its original position.
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— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Make sure that the thread is passed into the thread take-up lever as shown below.
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— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the machine as much as possible to make the hook turn.
Use a water soluble sheet on thin materials like organdy and fabrics with a nap like towels. To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http:// www.brothermall.com] (in USA). CAUTION ● Always use stabilizer material for embroidery projects.
EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Selecting Embroidery Patterns...50 Embroidering...57 Editing and Saving Patterns ...61 Using the Memory Function ...69...
• Compatible operating systems: Microsoft Windows Me/2000/XP/Vista (Windows 98SE requires a driver. Download the driver from our web site (http://solutions.brother.com).) ■ Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data • If the file name of embroidery data cannot be identified, for example, because the name contains special characters, the file is not displayed.
APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance ...74 Attaching the Embroidery Foot...76 Troubleshooting ...78 Upgrading Your Machine's Software...86 Index ...87...
If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com].
Upgrading Your Machine's Software You can use a computer to download software upgrades for your machine. Visit our website at "http://solutions.brother.com" for notification of available updates. Note Be sure to download the upgrade file for this model from our web site. An upgrade file for any different model cannot be downloaded.