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GETTING READY
SEWING BASICS
UTILITY STITCHES
EMBROIDERY
APPENDIX
CPS5X V[Y
Easy Thread Cassette System
Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 1 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX CPS5X V[Y Easy Thread Cassette System Operation Manual...

  • Page 2: Included Accessories

    Included Accessories Accessories Note 10.* Part Code Part Name U.S.A. Part Name Others Part Code U.S.A. Others...

  • Page 3: Names Of Machine Parts And Their Functions

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

  • Page 4: Needle And Presser Foot Section

    Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply jack Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply jack.

  • Page 5: Operation Buttons

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page D Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. Thread cassette indicator The indicator lights up or goes off depending on the condition of the sewing machine.

  • Page 6: Operation Panel

    My Custom Stitch patterns, etc into the sewing machine memory. Sewing machine help key Press to get help on using the sewing machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle...

  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 1 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories.
  • Page 8 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 2 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions" (page 8), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Right-side/rear view ... Cover C Operation buttons ... Cover D Operation panel... Cover E Optional Accessories...1 Introduction ...3 Sewing Machine Features ...3 Important Safety Instructions ...8 GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off...12 Power supply precautions ... 12 Turning on the machine ... 13 Turning off the machine ...
  • Page 11 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 5 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Cutting the thread ...
  • Page 12 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 6 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Scallop stitching...
  • Page 13 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 7 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Troubleshooting ...164 Error messages ...

  • Page 14: Important Safety Instructions

    15.Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16.This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
  • Page 15 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 9 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.
  • Page 16 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. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com...

  • Page 17: Getting Ready

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 11 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off ...12 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...14 Winding/Installing the Bobbin...18 Upper Threading ...23 Replacing the Needle ...35 Replacing the Presser Foot ...40 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces...43...

  • Page 18: Turning The Machine On/Off

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.

  • Page 19: Turning On The Machine

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Turning on the machine Prepare the included power cord. Make sure that the sewing machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to " then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine.

  • Page 20: Lcd (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation

    Refer to "Error messages" (page 169) for messages displayed on the LCD. Depending on the model of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed when the power is turned on. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed if you touch the LCD with your finger.

  • Page 21: Changing The Machine Settings

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed. The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below.
  • Page 22 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 16 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY The settings screen appears.

  • Page 23: Checking Machine Operating Procedures

    / presser foot replacement on the LCD. Turn on the sewing machine. The LCD comes on. Press (Sewing machine help key) on the display panel. The sewing machine help screen appears. Press the item to be displayed. Threading the upper thread...

  • Page 24: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB:XA5539-151) designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from older models are used, the machine will not operate correctly.
  • Page 25 Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the bobbin thread spool pin. • Use the special Brother embroidery bobbin thread when embroidering. Slide the spool cap onto the bobbin thread spool pin.
  • Page 26 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 20 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Memo When using thread that winds off quickly,...

  • Page 27: Installing The Bobbin

    Memo When the sewing machine is started or the balance wheel is turned after winding the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction.
  • Page 28 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 22 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold the end of the thread with your left.

  • Page 29: Upper Threading

    About the spool of thread With this sewing machine, a spool of thread can be loaded into the thread cassette, and then the thread cassette can be threaded. Information about the spools of thread is described below.

  • Page 30: Loading The Spool Into The Thread Cassette

    The order for threading the thread cassette is indicated on the thread cassette. Also check the markings on the thread cassette while threading it. Turn on the sewing machine. Open the thread cassette compartment cover at the top on the left side of the machine.
  • Page 31 Thread cassette eject lever The thread cassette is raised. • If the sewing machine is turned off, the thread cassette will not be ejected correctly. Remove the thread cassette. Pull the cover of the thread cassette out toward you, and then pull off the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool pin.
  • Page 32 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 26 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY CAUTION ●...

  • Page 33: Threading The Needle

    Memo The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader.
  • Page 34 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 28 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY •...

  • Page 35: Using The Extra Spool Pin

    "Embroidering a pattern" (page 150). Note When inserting the thread cassette into its compartment, slowly press it down. If the sewing machine could not be threaded, try performing the procedure again starting from loading the spool of thread into the thread cassette.

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

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 30 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Thread the thread cassette with the thread from the spool on the extra spool pin.

  • Page 37: Using The Twin Needle

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 31 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Using the twin needle Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different colors.
  • Page 38 ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Turn on the sewing machine and select a stitch. • For stitch selection see "Selecting stitching" (page 47).

  • Page 39: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 33 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Press (Back key).
  • Page 40 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 34 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the bobbin thread under the presser foot toward...

  • Page 41: Replacing The Needle

    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.

  • Page 42: Needle Types And Their Uses

    Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.

  • Page 43: Checking The Needle

    Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Lower the presser foot lever.
  • Page 44 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 38 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — GETTING READY Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp...
  • Page 45 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 39 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Using the screwdriver, loosen the needle clamp screw.

  • Page 46: Replacing The Presser Foot

    ● 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. ● Only use presser feet designed specifically for this sewing machine. Use of any other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine.
  • Page 47 Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. Buttonhole foot "A"...

  • Page 48: Removing The Presser Foot Holder

    Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the embroidery foot and quilting foot. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder.

  • Page 49: Sewing Cylindrical Pieces

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 43 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Sewing Cylindrical Pieces Free-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy.
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  • Page 51: Sewing Basics

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 45 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing...46 Adjusting the Thread Tension ...54 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ...56 Useful Functions...59 Useful Sewing Tips ...62...

  • Page 52: Sewing

    Start sewing.. Cut the thread.. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Turning on the machine" (page 13). ↓ Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47).

  • Page 53: Selecting Stitching

    Presser Foot" (page 40). Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again.

  • Page 54: Positioning The Fabric

    Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. Turn on the sewing machine. Press (Needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle.

  • Page 55: Starting To Sew

    Turn off the sewing machine. When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. Insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the back side of the sewing machine.
  • Page 56 Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model 500D/500, HE-120. Turn on the sewing machine. Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or right to select the desired sewing speed. Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed controller to the right to sew at a faster speed.

  • Page 57: Securing The Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 51 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Securing the stitching When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at the end of an opening or where seams do not...

  • Page 58: Cutting The Thread

    3 to 5 stitches sewn on top of each other in one place. Reverse stitching Reinforcement stitching Memo The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching. For details, refer to "Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches" (page 59).
  • Page 59 When you wish to finish the stitching and the sewing machine is stopped, press position button) once. Needle position button The needle is raised.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 54 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — SEWING BASICS Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread tension) should be adjusted so that they...

  • Page 61: Changing The Upper Thread Tension

    Changing the upper thread tension The tension is changed using the thread tension dial on the left side of the sewing machine. Test the stitching using a scrap of the actual fabric to be used. Referring to the illustration below, turn the thread tension dial on the left side of the sewing machine.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Stitch Width And Length

    Increasing the width moves the needle to the right; reducing the width moves the needle to the left. The sewing machine can be set so that the stitch width can easily be changed with the sewing speed controller. For details, refer to "Satin stitching"...

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Stitch Length

    If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted on the LCD. Turn on the sewing machine. The LCD comes on. Select a stitch. ■ For groups other than utility stitches...
  • Page 64 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 58 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — SEWING BASICS ■...

  • Page 65: Useful Functions

    Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement stitches The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching.Whether reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches are sewn depends on the stitch that is selected.

  • Page 66: Automatically Cutting The Thread

    Automatically cutting the thread The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. This is called "programmed thread-cutting". If programmed thread- cutting is set, automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is also set.

  • Page 67: Mirroring Stitches

    , and the pattern is mirrored. • To turn the mirrored stitching off, press Memo Mirroring is not possible for buttonholes and other stitches where When the sewing machine is turned off, the mirroring setting is cancelled. shows. Useful Functions 61...

  • Page 68: Useful Sewing Tips

    Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle remained up when the machine stopped sewing, press (Needle position button) to lower the needle.

  • Page 69: Sewing Thick Fabrics

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 63 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Sewing thick fabrics ■...

  • Page 70: Sewing An Even Seam Allowance

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 64 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — SEWING BASICS Sewing an even seam allowance...

  • Page 71: Utility Stitches

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 65 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings...66 Selecting Stitching ...72 Overcasting Stitches...74 Basic Stitching ...78 Blind Hem Stitching ...80 Buttonhole Stitching...82 Zipper Insertion...89 Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ...94 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ...96 Reinforcement Stitching ...103...

  • Page 72: Stitch Settings

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 66 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility...
  • Page 73 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 67 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Stitch Name Pattern Blind hem stitching on...
  • Page 74 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 68 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Name Pattern...
  • Page 75 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 69 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Stitch Name Pattern Horizontal buttonholes on thin...
  • Page 76 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 70 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Name Pattern...

  • Page 77: Other Stitches

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 71 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Other stitches Stitch Type Decorative stitches...

  • Page 78: Selecting Stitching

    • Refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 66). Attach the presser foot. • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40). Turn on the sewing machine. The straight stitch (left needle position) is shown selected in the LCD. Press (Menu key) on the operation panel.
  • Page 79 Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew. If the wrong presser foot is installed, turn off the sewing machine, attach the correct presser foot, and then select the desired stitch again. Memo For details on adjusting the stitch width and length, refer to "Adjusting the Stitch Width...

  • Page 80: Overcasting Stitches

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 74 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying.

  • Page 81: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Zigzag Foot "J

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 75 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J"...

  • Page 82: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using The Side Cutter

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 76 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Sewing overcasting stitches using the side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off.
  • Page 83 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Select a stitch. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47).

  • Page 84: Basic Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 78 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams.
  • Page 85 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 79 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Start sewing.

  • Page 86: Blind Hem Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 80 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem.
  • Page 87 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 81 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

  • Page 88: Buttonhole Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 82 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Buttonhole Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on.

  • Page 89: Buttonhole Sewing

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 83 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter + thickness of the button).
  • Page 90 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 84 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES ■...
  • Page 91 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 85 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot.
  • Page 92 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 86 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES ■...

  • Page 93: Button Sewing

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached.
  • Page 94 Start sewing. Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. • Do not press the thread cutter button. 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 95: Zipper Insertion

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 89 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Zipper Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place.
  • Page 96 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 90 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Align the seam with the center of the zipper, and then baste the zipper in place.

  • Page 97: Inserting A Side Zipper

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 91 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Inserting a side zipper Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric.
  • Page 98 When you are about 5 cm (2 inch) from the end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever.
  • Page 99 When you are about 5 cm (2 inch) from the end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), and then raise the presser foot lever.

  • Page 100: Sewing Stretch Fabrics And Elastic Tape

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 94 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached.
  • Page 101 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 95 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Select a stitch.

  • Page 102: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 96 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below.
  • Page 103 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 97 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Place a pattern made of thick paper on the back of the appliqué, and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron.

  • Page 104: Patchwork (Crazy Quilt) Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 98 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching...

  • Page 105: Quilting

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 99 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■...
  • Page 106 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 100 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES CAUTION ●...

  • Page 107: Free-Motion Quilting

    Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a stitch. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47).

  • Page 108: Satin Stitching

    Satin stitching A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width of a satin stitch. If the sewing machine is set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed controller, the stitch width can quickly and easily be adjusted.

  • Page 109: Reinforcement Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 103 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners.
  • Page 110 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 104 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Attach buttonhole foot "A".

  • Page 111: Darning

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 105 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Darning Fabric that has been torn can be darned.
  • Page 112 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 106 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Do not reduce the gap.

  • Page 113: Eyelet Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 107 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Eyelet Stitching Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn.

  • Page 114: Decorative Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 108 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Decorative Stitching The utility stitch group contains the following decorative stitches.

  • Page 115: Fagoting

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 109 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Stitch Name Pattern Heirloom stitching, etc.

  • Page 116: Scallop Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 110 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like...

  • Page 117: Shell Tuck Stitching

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 111 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Select stitch •...

  • Page 118: Joining

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 112 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Sew while making sure that the needle drops slightly off the edge of the fabric.

  • Page 119: Heirloom Stitching

    • For details on installing a needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 37). • The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back.
  • Page 120 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 114 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES ■...
  • Page 121 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 115 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■...

  • Page 122: Sewing The Various Built-In Decorative Patterns

    ■ Needles and threads When sewing thin, mediumweight or stretch fabrics, use the ball point needle. When sewing thick fabrics, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. In addition, #50 to #60 thread should be used. ■ Trial sewing...

  • Page 123: Changing Satin Stitch Length

    The pattern alignment stitch is selected. Start sewing. The pattern for making the adjustment is sewn. The sewing machine stops after it has finished sewing the pattern. Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns 117 (Menu key) on the display panel,...
  • Page 124 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 118 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Check the sewn pattern.

  • Page 125: Sewing Combined Patterns

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 119 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Sewing combined patterns You can combine and sew multiple patterns, and you can store the combined patterns in the sewing machine memory.
  • Page 126 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 120 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES ■...

  • Page 127: Storing A Pattern

    The selected pocket is shown in reverse highlighting. Press "Saving…" appears while the pattern is being stored in the pocket. • Do not turn off the sewing machine while a pattern is being stored, otherwise the pattern data may be lost. ■ Recalling a pattern Press (Memory key) in the operation panel.
  • Page 128 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 122 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES ■...

  • Page 129: Designing A Pattern (My Custom Stitch)

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 123 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch) With the My Custom Stitch function, you can sew stitch patterns that you design yourself.

  • Page 130: Entering The Pattern Data

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Entering the pattern data Follow the pattern drawn on the grid sheet and program the pattern into the sewing machine. Attach monogramming foot "N". • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40).
  • Page 131 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 125 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Specify the various stitching settings, such as reverse/reinforcement stitching, in the same way as with other stitches.

  • Page 132: Examples Of Designs

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 126 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — UTILITY STITCHES Examples of designs Enter each of the points indicated in the table to sew the sample stitch.

  • Page 133: Embroidery

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 127 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering will be explained here. Embroidering neatly ...128 Attaching the embroidery foot ...131 Attaching the embroidery unit ...134 Preparing the fabric...138 Attaching the embroidery frame ...142 Selecting embroidery patterns...144 Embroidering...150 Convenient Functions...154...

  • Page 134: Embroidering Neatly

    When embroidering on large pieces of fabric, arrange the fabric so that it does not hang off the table where the sewing machine is placed. If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off, the embroidery unit movement may be impaired, this could cause the pattern to sew incorrectly.
  • Page 135 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — ■ 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.

  • Page 136: Embroidery Step By Step

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 130 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Embroidery step by step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows.

  • Page 137: Attaching The Embroidery Foot

    The needle goes up. Turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the start/stop button is accidentary pressed and the machine starts sewing.
  • Page 138 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 132 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Loosen the presser foot holder screw and remove the presser foot holder.

  • Page 139: Removing The Embroidery Foot

    Press (Needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. The needle is raised. Turn off the sewing machine. Raise the presser foot lever. Presser foot lever The presser foot is raised. Loosen the presser foot holder screw and remove the embroidery foot "Q".

  • Page 140: Attaching The Embroidery Unit

    Cautions for the embroidery unit will be explained here. CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause injury. ● Do not bring your hands or anything else close when the embroidery carriage and embroidery frame are moving.
  • Page 141 Push it in until it clicks and stops. The embroidery unit is attached. Turn on the sewing machine. A message will be displayed on the LCD. Be sure that no objects or hands are near the embroidery unit and touch on the LCD.

  • Page 142: Removing The Embroidery Unit

    Removing the embroidery unit After removing the embroidery frame, turn off the machine and remove the embroidery unit. Be sure that the sewing machine is stopped. Remove the embroidery frame. • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame"...
  • Page 143 Removal lever The embroidery unit separates from the sewing machine. Close the cover on the embroidery unit connector slot on the sewing machine. After the cover is pulled out, snap it shut. Embroidery unit connector slot Cover Install the flap back to its original position.

  • Page 144: Preparing The Fabric

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 138 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Preparing the fabric After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame.

  • Page 145: Setting The Fabric In The Embroidery Frame

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 139 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame The fabric is stretched on the embroidery frame.
  • Page 146 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 140 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Gently remove the fabric from the frame without loosening the adjustment screw.
  • Page 147 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 141 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame.

  • Page 148: Attaching The Embroidery Frame

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 142 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Attaching the embroidery frame The embroidery frame with the stretched fabric is attached to the embroidery unit.

  • Page 149: Removing The Embroidery Frame

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Removing the embroidery frame Be sure that the sewing machine is stopped. Raise the presser foot lever. Presser foot lever...

  • Page 150: Selecting Embroidery Patterns

    Selecting embroidery patterns The pattern for the embroidery is selected. Copyright Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial use of copyrighted patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 151: Lcd (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 145 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — LCD (liquid crystal display) operation The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the...

  • Page 152: Selecting Characters

    EMBROIDERY Press when you want to change the color character by character in character embroidery. Since the sewing machine stops at the end of each character, the upper thread is changed as you sew. The needle progresses one color or...

  • Page 153: Selecting Embroidery Patterns

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 147 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Memo The characters you entered can be stored for later use.

  • Page 154: Selecting A Frame Pattern

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 148 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Selecting a frame pattern Ten shapes, such as squares and circles, can be...

  • Page 155: Using An Embroidery Card

    There are various cards with different themes. Note Always turn off the sewing machine to insert and remove embroidery cards. Insert the embroidery card into the embroidery card slot, facing it in the right direction.

  • Page 156: Embroidering

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 150 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering.
  • Page 157 Presser foot lever Press (Start/stop button). Start/stop button After progressing 5-6 stitches, press stop button), and the sewing machine will stop. Use scissors to cut the thread at the beginning of the stitching. Cut the thread at the edge of the stitching.

  • Page 158: Appliquéing

    Lower the presser foot lever, and press (Start/stop button). The cut-out for the appliqué piece is sewn, and the sewing machine stops. Cut-out line Appliqué piece fabric "APPLIQUE POSITION" will be displayed on the LCD.
  • Page 159 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 153 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Lower the presser foot lever, and press (Start/stop button).

  • Page 160: Convenient Functions

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 154 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY Convenient Functions Ways for fixing problems when there are mistakes in adjustments and colors for the pattern and...

  • Page 161: Storing Characters

    The selected pocket is shown in reverse highlighting. Press "Saving..." appears while the character is being stored in the pocket. • Do not turn off the sewing machine while a character is being stored, otherwise the character data may be lost. (Memory key). indicates a...
  • Page 162 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 156 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — EMBROIDERY ■...

  • Page 163: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Thread tension adjustment will be explained here. The upper thread tension is changed using the thread tension dial on the left side of the sewing machine. Tight Loose Thread tension dial ■...

  • Page 164: Thread Runs Out Partway Through A Design

    Thread runs out partway through a design When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while sewing, the sewing machine stops. Move the needle back about ten stitches and resume sewing. Set up the upper or bobbin thread.
  • Page 165 The selected pattern is turned off, and it returns to the initial embroidery screen. Turn off the sewing machine. • Always detach the embroidery unit when you move the sewing machine. Turn on the sewing machine and select the pattern. Press Press Press (Forward one color) to move to the beginning of the color you want to sew.
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  • Page 167: Appendix

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 161 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Maintenance...162 Troubleshooting ...164 Index ...174...

  • Page 168: Maintenance

    Turn off the sewing machine. Unplug the power cord from the power supply jack on the right side of the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
  • Page 169 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 163 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Remove the shuttle.

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 164 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — APPENDIX Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service.
  • Page 171 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 165 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Symptom The upper thread was not threaded correctly (for example,...
  • Page 172 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 166 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — APPENDIX Symptom Probable Cause...
  • Page 173 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 167 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Symptom The upper thread was not threaded correctly.
  • Page 174 Fix it so the fabric does not hang off. Stop the sewing machine and set the fabric up correctly. If the carriage is moved during the process, the pattern may be messed up.

  • Page 175: Error Messages

    Probable Cause The upper thread has become tangled around the shuttle, and the needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine stops (refer to page 164). The start/stop button, reverse/reinforcement stitch button or the thread cutter button was pressed while no thread cassette was installed.
  • Page 176 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 170 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — APPENDIX Error Message Probable Cause...
  • Page 177 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 171 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Error Message Probable Cause You tried to recall a pattern not saved on the card with an embroidery...

  • Page 178: Nothing Appears In The Lcd

    Turn off the sewing machine. Turn the power on while pressing any of the display panel buttons. Press Turn off the sewing machine, then turn it on again. Operation beep Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed, a beep is sounded.

  • Page 179: Cancelling The Operation Beep

    — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Cancelling the operation beep When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time an operation panel key is pressed.
  • Page 180 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 174 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — APPENDIX accessories ...Cover A accessory case ...

  • Page 181: Index 175

    SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 175 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — fabric positioning ...48 fagoting ...109 fagoting stitch ...108...
  • Page 182 SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 176 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — APPENDIX quick reference guide ...
  • Page 183 English 885-S15/S14 XC6369-121 Printed in China...

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