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Brother 882-T52 Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
Embroidery Machine
Product Code: 882-T52
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/cpcab/ ).
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  • Page 1 Embroidery Machine Product Code: 882-T52 Instruction Videos https://s.brother/cvcab/ 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/cpcab/ ).

  • Page 3: Introduction

    IMPORTANT SAFETY Return the machine to the nearest authorized Brother dealer or service center for examination, INSTRUCTIONS repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. • To avoid electric shock or fire; do not use a...
  • Page 4 Operation Manual to inspect and adjust result. the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. • Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as changing the needle.
  • Page 5 • If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the reduced physical, sensory or mental plug supplied with this equipment, you should capabilities, or lack of experience and contact your authorized Brother dealer to obtain the knowledge, unless they have been correct lead. given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 6 This Terms of Use (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement programs; between Brother Industries, Ltd. (“Company”) and you that 2.1.6 to include Company’s or its licensor’ governs your use of any Software, installed on or made...
  • Page 7 Cost, charge incurred for your use of the Termination Software. Company shall have the right to terminate this Agreement at any time by providing a written You agree and understand that service(s) notice to you if you commit a material breach available by the Software may be provided of any terms of this Agreement and fail to through any network communication and...
  • Page 8 10.7 This Agreement is governed by the laws of The following conditions apply to each Embroidery Japan and Japanese Courts shall have exclusive Patterns. jurisdiction with respect to this Agreement You may except with regard to enforcement in which • use and edit Embroidery Patterns for the sole case the jurisdiction of the Japanese Courts purpose of using Company Product;...

  • Page 9: License Agreement

    • This machine has a Class 3B Laser Diode in the Nothing in this agreement constitutes a waiver of the rights Laser Unit. The Laser Unit should not be of BROTHER under any law. This agreement shall be opened under any circumstances. governed by the laws of Japan.

  • Page 10: Warning Sign

    The following warning signs are on the machine. Any trade names and product names of companies Be sure to observe the precautions described in the signs. appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..........1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....1 LICENSE AGREEMENT.......... 7 WARNING SIGN..........8 TRADEMARKS ............8 OPEN SOURCE LICENSING REMARKS ....8 MACHINE STRUCTURE AND FEATURES ..... 8 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ............10 Front view................10 Right-side/rear view .............

  • Page 12: Names Of Machine Parts And Their Functions

    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 parts. Front view G Carriage 1 Thread guide assembly Attach the Embroidery Frame Holder to the carriage.

  • Page 13: Right-Side/Rear View

    Right-side/rear view Operation panel 1 “Start/Stop” button Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop the machine. The lighting status and color of the button changes depending on the operation condition of the machine. Lit in red : When the machine cannot start 1 Touch pen holder embroidering Use the touch pen holder to hold the touch pen when not in...

  • Page 14: Included Accessories

    INCLUDED ACCESSORIES For included accessories of your machine, refer to the additional sheet “Included Accessories”. SETTING UP THE MACHINE The procedures for setting up the machine are described below. If the machine is not set up correctly, it may shake or produce loud noises and the embroidery will not be performed correctly.

  • Page 15: Setup Location

    Setup location Dimensions of machine 506 mm (W) × 587 mm (D) × 747 mm (H) (Approx. 20-59/64 inches (W) × 23-7/64 inches (D) × 29-13/32 inches (H)) * When installing this machine, secure a space of at least 35 cm (approx. 13-25/32 inches) from the front of the machine, at least 5 cm (approx.

  • Page 16: Preparing The Thread Guide Assembly

    Preparing the thread guide assembly • Remove the two screws from the thread guide assembly support. Attaching the Embroidery Frame Holder...

  • Page 17: Operating Precautions

    In addition, do not place heavy objects on the cord or expose it to heat, otherwise damage to the cord, fire or an electric shock may result. If the power supply cord or its plug is damaged, stop using the machine, and then take the machine to your authorized Brother dealer for repairs before continuing use.

  • Page 18: Preparing For Starting The Embroidery

    PREPARING FOR STARTING THE EMBROIDERY Refer to the detailed Operation Manual for detailed instructions. Turning on the machine IMPORTANT • In order to prevent malfunctions or damage, do not place any objects within the moving range of the carriage. • Set the clock. Steps are only needed when you turn on the machine for the first time.

  • Page 19: Removing The Bobbin Case

    Removing the bobbin case 1 Thread picker IMPORTANT • The thread picker can only be moved within a certain range. Do not pull it with extreme force.

  • Page 20: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the bobbin Note • Use cotton or spun polyester bobbin thread (from #90 to 120, or 74 dtex/2 to 100 dtex/2). • Circled numbers on the thread guide assembly indicate the threading path for winding the bobbin. Also refer to these while threading the machine.
  • Page 21 CAUTION • Be sure to follow the procedure described. If the bobbin is wound without the thread being cut with the cutter, when the bobbin thread runs low, the thread may become tangled around the bobbin and cause the needle to break, resulting in injury.

  • Page 22: Installing The Bobbin

    Installing the bobbin 1 Pull out about 5 cm (approx. 2 • Check that the thread winds off inches) of thread. the bobbin clockwise as shown in the illustration. Installing the bobbin case...

  • Page 23: Selecting The Embroidery Pattern

    Selecting the embroidery pattern Checking a preview image...

  • Page 24: Understanding The Pattern Editing Screen

    Understanding the pattern editing screen Display Memo Function Key Name • If a key display is grayed out, you cannot use that function with the selected pattern. Shows the size of the pattern being edited. The top value shows the height and the bottom value shows Size the width.
  • Page 25 Display Display Function Function Key Name Key Name Add a pattern. If touched, the pattern Change the pattern to a horizontal type selection screen appears. Horizontal Add key mirror image. mirror image Deletes the pattern. If touched, the pattern being edited is deleted. Delete key Change thread density for some Selects the pattern that is being edited...

  • Page 26: Starting The Embroidery

    STARTING THE EMBROIDERY CAUTION • Your machine can embroider fabric that is up to 2 mm (approx. 5/64 inch) thick. If thicker fabric is embroidered, the needle may break and cause injury. Attaching stabilizer (backing) to fabric CAUTION • When embroidering on thin or stretch fabrics, fabrics with a coarse weave or fabrics that easily allow the stitching to shrink, be sure to use stabilizer (backing) for embroidering.

  • Page 27: Hooping The Fabric In The Embroidery Frame

    Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame • Loosen the screw. • Place the stabilizer and fabric with right side up on top of the outer frame. • Lightly tighten the screw. • Securely tighten the screw, and then check to make 1 Outer frame 2 Inner frame sure that the fabric is taut.

  • Page 28: Embroidery Frame Types

    Embroidery frame types Embroidery frames that use Embroidery Frame Holder A Embroidery frames that use Embroidery Frame Holder B Embroidering area Embroidering area Embroidery frame Embroidery frame Usage Usage Extra-large embroidery 300 mm (W) × 200 mm (H) Quilt frame (optional) 200 mm (W) ×...

  • Page 29: Attaching The Embroidery Frame To The Machine

    Attaching the embroidery frame to the machine CAUTION • If the embroidery frame is not correctly attached, it may hit the presser foot and damage the machine, or cause injury to the user. • When attaching the embroidery frame, make sure that the “Start/Stop” button is lit in red. If the “Start/ Stop”...

  • Page 30: Upper Threading

    • Slide the embroidery frame into the clip on the • Insert the embroidery frame until it snaps into place. Embroidery Frame Holder. The inner frame should be 1 Make sure that the pins on the left and right arms of the Embroidery Frame Holder fit into the positioning slot and on top.
  • Page 31 • Wind the thread clockwise once around the thread tension disc.

  • Page 32: Threading The Needle

    Threading the needle IMPORTANT • When using 65/9 needles or thinner, manually thread the needle. If the automatic needle-threading mechanism is used, its hook may be damaged. • If the needle is not fully inserted, the hook of the automatic needle-threading mechanism will not pass through the eye of the needle during automatic needle threading, and the hook may bend or the needle cannot be threaded.

  • Page 33: Checking The Needle Drop Point With The Embroidery Crosshair Positioning Laser

    Checking the needle drop point with the Embroidery Crosshair Positioning Laser Memo • With certain types of embroidery frames, the Embroidery Crosshair Positioning Laser function cannot be used. • If the surface of the fabric is too uneven or rough, check and adjust the alignment of the Embroidery Crosshair Positioning Laser and the needle drop point before starting to embroider.

  • Page 34: Starting Embroidering

    Starting embroidering CAUTION • While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle, thread take-up lever and carriage, otherwise injuries may result. •...

  • Page 35: Removing The Embroidery Frame

    Removing the embroidery frame CAUTION • When removing the embroidery frame, make sure that the “Start/Stop” button is lit in red. If the “Start/ Stop” button is flashing in green, the machine may start embroidering. If the machine accidentally starts operating, injuries may result.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the needle CAUTION • Be sure to turn off the machine before replacing the needle, otherwise injuries may result if the machine starts embroidering. • Never use bent needles. Injuries may result. • Be sure to insert the needle in the needle bar chamber until it reaches the needle bar stopper and securely tighten the needle set screw with the Allen screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

  • Page 38: Appendix

    APPENDIX Checking the thread tension  Correct thread tension The upper thread tension can be adjusted using the thread tension knob or the upper thread guide pretension knob. From the wrong side of the fabric, the bobbin thread should be about one third of the stitch width. 1 Right side 2 Wrong side 1 Upper thread guide pretension knob...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Maintenance CAUTION • Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or shock may occur.  Oiling the race Front angle view Side view 1 Punch a small hole in oil bottle. 1 Handwheel 2 Apply oil here. •...
  • Page 40  Oiling the needle bar 1 Apply oil here. • Too much oil may drip onto embroidery project. IMPORTANT • Put a drop of oil onto the hook before use. • Apply one drop of oil on the lower needle bar above the felt washer every 40 – 50 hours of embroidering time.
  • Page 41  Cleaning around the needle plate 1 Remove the needle plate. 1 Remove all lint in this area. 1 Attach the needle plate.  Cleaning the thread guides • Clean the thread guide plates for both the upper thread 1 Clean the thread guide plate. guide 1 and the middle thread guide 2.
  • Page 42  Clean the tension unit Note • When reassembling the tension unit, be sure not to install the tension disc upside- down. There is a magnet on the bottom. Bottom 1 Magnet 1 Turn the thread tension • Remove any lint and dust from knob the two pieces of tension disc counterclockwise.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    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 support website offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at https://s.brother/cpcab/ .
  • Page 44 Symptom Symptom Probable Cause/Remedy Page Probable Cause/Remedy Page The needle breaks. The upper thread breaks. The hook stopper is not correctly installed, the The needle is not correctly installed. hook is making a complete rotation. The needle set screw is loose. The upper thread is not threaded correctly.
  • Page 45 Symptom Symptom Probable Cause/Remedy Page Probable Cause/Remedy Page A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is — The upper thread breaks. not used. Sliding surface on hook is not smooth. There are The automatic needle-threading mechanism is burns on it. broken.
  • Page 46 Symptom Symptom Probable Cause/Remedy Page Probable Cause/Remedy Page The embroidery pattern is misaligned. There are loops in the upper thread. The thread is tangled. — The upper thread tension is low. — • Use tweezers to remove any tangled thread from the hook.
  • Page 47 Symptom Symptom Probable Cause/Remedy Page Probable Cause/Remedy Page The thread tension is incorrect. Fabric is puckering. The upper thread is not threaded correctly. The thread tension is too tight. • Adjust the tension according to the type of The bobbin thread is not correctly threaded. fabric and thread being used.

  • Page 48: Error Messages

    To close the message, touch or perform the correct operation, then touch . If the message appears again, consult your nearest authorized Brother dealer. Error messages Cause/solution Cannot change the configuration of the characters.
  • Page 49 USB media is loaded. Load USB media. This message is displayed when you try to use incompatible USB media. For a list of compatible USB media, visit https://s.brother/cpcab/ . Wiper error This message is displayed when thread is tangled on the wiper. Remove the tangled thread.

  • Page 50: Updating Your Machine's Software

    UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE You can update your machine’s software using the following two procedures. For update information, refer to the Brother support website http://s.brother/cucab/ . If an update file is posted, download the file, and then update the machine according to the following procedure.

  • Page 51: Using Computer To Update

    Using computer to update • Copy the update file to “Removable Disk” on the computer.
  • Page 52 (FAQs). Be sure to install the latest software. A variety of functional improvements are being performed in the latest version. Brother SupportCenter is a mobile app that provides the support information for your Brother product. English 882-T52...

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