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and Embroidery Machine
Product Code: 882-W33
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Sewing Sewing and Embroidery Machine Product Code: 882-W33 Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, it 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 • This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Important Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
  • Page 7 (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada. Declaration of Conformity (Europe and Turkey 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 directives and regulations applied within the European Community.
  • Page 8 Regulation 2017 (Great Britain only) (Applicable to models with radio interfaces) We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in conformity with the provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulation 2017. The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded from Brother support website. Visit support.brother.com For Users in Norway * This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund on Svalbard.

  • Page 9: Warning Sign

    SD is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. WPA™ and WPA2™ are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.

  • Page 10: Open Source Licensing Remarks

    This product includes open-source software. To see the open source licensing remarks, please go to the manual download section on your model's home page of Brother Support website at “ https://s.brother/cpdab/ ”. PRECAUTION FOR WIRELESS CONNECTION Make sure you use a router or firewall when connecting your machine to the Internet to protect it against unauthorized access from the Internet.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..........1 Using Advanced Multi-Function Foot Controller ....63 Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Stitches........ 66 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....1 Automatic Reinforcement Stitching ........66 WARNING SIGN..........7 Automatic Presser Foot Lowering Function and Thread TRADEMARKS ............7 Cutting Function..............68 COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE.........
  • Page 12 CONTENTS Zigzag Couching ..............126 SPECIFICATIONS..........194 One-Step Buttonholes ............128 UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE... 196 Four-Step Buttonholes ............133 Update Procedure Using USB Media ......... 196 Bar Tacks ................135 Update Procedure Using Wireless LAN Connection ..197 Button Sewing ..............136 STITCH SETTING CHART ........

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Chapter Getting Ready Be sure to install the latest software. Refer to “UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE” on page 196.

  • Page 14: Names Of Machine Parts And Their Functions

    NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ Front View q Thread guide plate Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading upper thread. (page 47) ■ Right-side/Rear View * Camera and projector (built-in) IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 15 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ Needle and Presser Foot Section ■ Operation Buttons a “Start/Stop” button Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a slow speed and then begin sewing at the speed set by the sewing speed controller.

  • Page 16: Included Accessories

    INCLUDED ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ACCESSORIES For included accessories of your machine, refer to Using the Flat Bed Attachment the additional sheet “Included Accessories”. Using the Accessory Case Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. ■ Opening the Accessory Case Slide the latches on the front of the accessory case outward to open it.

  • Page 17: Using Fine Tipped Stylus Pen

    INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Using Fine Tipped Stylus Pen Using the Multi-purpose Screwdriver Touch the LCD screen using the fine tipped stylus pen. Since the pen tip is clearly visible, it is ideal Since the screwdriver can be changed to three for drawing. different positions, it can be extremely useful for the various machine preparations.

  • Page 18: Assembling The Spool Stand

    INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Open the upper cover of the machine, and Assembling the Spool Stand then place the spool stand on the upper cover with the notches in the spool stand aligned with the tabs on the upper cover. The included spool stand is useful when using thread spools with a large diameter (cross-wound thread).

  • 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. • Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition. A...

  • Page 20: Setting Your Machine For The First Time

    TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF The following message about a wireless Setting Your Machine for the First LAN connection appears. To set up a Time connection, touch , and then refer to steps through in “Using the Wizard When you first turn on the machine, set the to Set Up the Wireless Network language and time/date to your language and local Connection”...

  • Page 21: Lcd Screen

    LCD SCREEN LCD SCREEN When the machine is turned on, the opening No. Display Key Name Explanation Page movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen Wireless Check the machine’s 34, 197 for the home page screen to be displayed. Touch LAN key signal strength.

  • Page 22: Using The Machine Setting Mode Key

    LCD SCREEN Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Touch to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To display the different settings screens, touch for “Sewing settings”, “General settings”, for “Embroidery settings” or for “Wireless LAN settings”. Memo •...

  • Page 23: General Settings

    LCD SCREEN ■ Page 3 General Settings ■ Page 4 l Select whether utility stitches ( ) or quilting stitches ( ) are displayed first in the stitch selection screen. m When set to [ON], reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and/or end of sewing for a a Change the display language.
  • Page 24 Select to save the machine power by setting the Use to certify your machine when you use [My [Eco Mode] or the [Shutoff Support Mode]. Connection] function with Brother cutting machine (page 25) (sold separately). For details, visit the following i Select the length of time until the screen saver webpage and refer to the “My Connection”...

  • Page 25: Embroidery Settings

    LCD SCREEN ■ Page 9 Embroidery Settings For details on embroidering settings, refer to the Operation Manual (Embroidery). ■ Page 8 h Change the display units (mm/inch). i Change the thread color display on the [Embroidery] screen: thread number or color name. j Select the thread brand of the thread color display.

  • Page 26: Wireless Lan Settings

    LCD SCREEN ■ Page 12 Wireless LAN settings ■ Page 11 j If there is a new program, download the update file. (page 197) k Display program information. (page 197) Setting Functions a Enable/disable the wireless LAN function. b Display the connected SSID. ■...
  • Page 27 LCD SCREEN ■ Selecting the [Eco Mode] or [Shutoff Touch Support Mode] Connect the USB media that contains your You can save the machine power by setting the [Eco personal image to the USB port of the Mode] and the [Shutoff Support Mode]. machine.
  • Page 28 LCD SCREEN ■ Needle Calibration Using the Built- Touch a file name to select image and then in Camera touch Setting the camera needle position is essential when you use camera or projector function. It is not necessary to perform this operation each time, but we recommend performing it when the needle is changed.
  • Page 29 If you have no new stickers, contact your nearest authorized Brother dealer. 4. Touch to initiate the calibration process. For safety please make sure area around needle is clear prior to touching ...

  • Page 30: Using The Machine Help Key

    LCD SCREEN Using the Machine Help Key Touch to open the machine help screen. Seven functions are available from the screen shown below. a Touch this key to continue viewing the Operation Manual (PDF file) or watching the video that was stopped. b Touch this key to view the Operation Manual (PDF file).

  • Page 31: Using The Operation Guide Function

    LCD SCREEN Using the Operation Guide Function Touch to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Touch a key to see more information about that category. displays information about the displays information about the displays information about main parts of the machine and their operation buttons.

  • Page 32: Using The Sewing Guide Function

    LCD SCREEN Example: Displaying information about upper Using the Sewing Guide Function threading Touch The sewing guide function can be used to select stitch patterns from the Utility Stitch screen. Use this function when you are not sure which Touch stitch to use for your application, or to get advice about sewing particular stitches.

  • Page 33: Playing A Tutorial Video

    LCD SCREEN Operation keys Playing a Tutorial Video Play This machine provides tutorial videos on how to Pause use the machine. Together with the help guides, Skip back 10 seconds which offer descriptions through text and illustrations, the tutorial videos assist with machine Skip forward 10 seconds operation.

  • Page 34: Playing Mpeg-4 (Mp4) Videos

    LCD SCREEN Playing MPEG-4 (MP4) Videos Using the Stitch Pattern Explanation Function Your MP4 videos can be played from USB media. In addition, the MP4 video can be saved to the If you want to know more about the uses of a stitch machine so that a tutorial video on creating a pattern, select the stitch pattern and touch project, for example, can be viewed at any time.

  • Page 35: Viewing The Operation Manual (Pdf File) On The Machine

    LCD SCREEN Read the Operation Manual. Viewing the Operation Manual Operation keys (PDF File) on the Machine The Operation Manual (PDF file) for this machine can be viewed on the machine. Touch Touch Select the document to be viewed. Memo •...

  • Page 36: Wireless Network Connection Functions

    Database Transfer). The application can be downloaded from the following URL. This machine supports a wireless network https://s.brother/cadka/ connection. The following useful operations will Settings must be specified in Design Database be available if the machine is connected to a Transfer.

  • Page 37: Using The Wizard To Set Up The Wireless Network Connection

    WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS Set [Wireless LAN Enable] to [ON]. Touch beside [Wireless LAN Setup Wizard].  The machine will begin to emit the wireless network  A list of available SSIDs appears. signal. Using the Wizard to Set Up the Select beside the SSID that was noted in Wireless Network Connection...
  • Page 38 WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION FUNCTIONS Enter the network key (password) that was Touch to exit the setup. noted, and then touch  The name beside [Machine name] is the name that will be used when registering the machine with embroidery a Text input area editing software (PE-DESIGN version 11 or later) or b Character keys Design Database Transfer in order to transfer files.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Accessory To The Machine

    CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE Using USB Media/SD Card (Sold Separately) When sending or reading stitch patterns using the USB media, connect the device to the USB port. When using SD card, insert the SD card into the SD card slot.
  • Page 40 CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE...

  • Page 41: Chapter 2 Sewing Basics

    Chapter Sewing Basics...

  • Page 42: Lower Threading

    11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch) plastic Class 15 (A style) bobbins, which are available from your Brother dealer. ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin a Supplemental spool pin Place the spool of thread on the...
  • Page 43 LOWER THREADING With your right hand, hold the thread near Note the thread spool. With your left hand, hold • When using the spool as shown below, use the end of the thread, and use both hands to the thread spool insert (mini king thread pass the thread through the thread guide.
  • Page 44 LOWER THREADING Pass the end of the thread through the guide Touch slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the thread to the right to cut the thread with the cutter. a Touch to decrease the winding speed. b Touch to increase the winding speed. ...
  • Page 45 LOWER THREADING After bobbin winding is finished, cut the Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. thread and remove the bobbin. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the front of the spool.

  • Page 46: Setting The Bobbin

    LOWER THREADING Pass the thread around the pretension disk Setting the Bobbin making sure that the thread is under the pretension disk. Follow the steps below to install the bobbin with thread. CAUTION • Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound.
  • Page 47 LOWER THREADING Set the bobbin in the bobbin case so that While lightly holding down the bobbin with the thread unwinds to the left. your right hand, continue guiding the thread through the slit with your left hand. Then, cut the thread with the cutter. Note •...

  • Page 48: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    LOWER THREADING Pull up the bobbin thread, pass it under the Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread presser foot and pull it about 10 cm (approx. 3-4 inches) toward the back of the machine, making it even with the upper There may be some sewing applications where thread.

  • Page 49: Upper Threading

    UPPER THREADING UPPER THREADING Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to Upper Threading raise the presser foot. CAUTION • Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper threading can cause the thread to tangle and break the needle, leading to injury. ...
  • Page 50 UPPER THREADING Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far Guide the thread down, up, then down as possible, then return the spool pin to its through the groove, as shown in the original position. illustration. CAUTION • Choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used.
  • Page 51 UPPER THREADING Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to Carefully pull the end of the thread that was lower presser foot. passed through the eye of the needle. If a loop was formed when the thread passed through the eye of the needle, carefully pull the loop of thread through the eye to the back of the needle.

  • Page 52: Using The Twin Needle Mode

    IMPORTANT a Needle bar thread guide • Twin needle (size 2/11) is recommended for this machine. Contact your authorized Brother IMPORTANT dealer for replacement needles. • The “Automatic Threading” button cannot be used. Manually thread the twin needle from Note front to back.
  • Page 53 UPPER THREADING Place the additional spool of thread on the Continue threading; however, do not pass supplemental spool pin, so that the thread the thread in the needle bar thread guide unwinds from the front. Push the spool cap “6” on the needle bar. Thread the needle on onto the spool pin as far as possible to the right side manually.

  • Page 54: Using The Spool Stand

    UPPER THREADING Start sewing. • When using thread on a thin spool, place the included spool felt on the spool pin, place the thread spool on the spool pin so that the center of the spool is aligned with the hole at the center of the spool felt, and then insert the spool cap onto the spool pin.
  • Page 55 UPPER THREADING ■ Thread the machine using the spool Pull the thread off the spool. Pass the thread from the back to the front through the stand thread guides at the top. Attach the spool stand to the machine. When using thread that quickly feeds off the spool, such as metallic thread, use the enclosed ring to (page 16) prevent the thread from becoming entangled.

  • Page 56: Changing The Needle

    CHANGING THE NEEDLE CHANGING THE NEEDLE Touch to lock all keys and buttons. CAUTION If the message [OK to automatically lower the presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, touch • Always touch on the screen to lock all to continue. keys and buttons before changing the needle.
  • Page 57 CHANGING THE NEEDLE CAUTION • Be sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not completely inserted or the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break and cause injury.

  • Page 58: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

    CHANGING THE NEEDLE 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 59: Changing The Presser Foot

    CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Press the black button on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot. CAUTION • Always touch on the screen to lock all keys and buttons before changing the presser foot. If is not touched and the “Start/ Stop”...

  • Page 60: Attaching The Presser Foot With The Included Adapter

    CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Set the adapter on the presser foot bar, Attaching the Presser Foot with aligning the flat side of the adapter opening with the flat side of the presser foot bar. the Included Adapter Align the screw holes in the adapter and presser foot bar, and then securely tighten Some presser feet require using the included the screw with the screwdriver.

  • Page 61: Using The Compact Dual Feed Foot

    CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Hold the compact dual feed foot in place Using the Compact Dual Feed with your right hand, then using the included multi-purpose screwdriver, Foot securely tighten the large screw. The compact dual feed foot enables you to have best fabric control when sewing difficult fabrics that slip easily, such as quilted fabrics or fabrics that tend to stick to the bottom of a presser foot,...
  • Page 62 CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT ■ Attaching/Detaching Toe Place the fabric under the compact dual feed foot with the needle at the starting Attach the toe by aligning the pins with the notches point of the stitching. and snap it into place. Be sure that the feed position lever is pushed down and the compact dual feed foot is ready to sew.
  • Page 63 CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Touch the number to select the feeding of the top fabric. Select [00] for sewing in most cases. If the feed amount for the top fabric is too little, causing the fabric to be longer than the bottom fabric, touch a higher number to increase the feed amount for the top fabric.

  • Page 64: Sewing

    SEWING SEWING Install the presser foot (“CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT” on page 57). CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the CAUTION needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the •...

  • Page 65: Using Advanced Multi-Function Foot Controller

    Note • (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model X This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 882-W33. The product code is mentioned on the machine rating plate. IMPORTANT • Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after the threads have been cut.
  • Page 66 SEWING Align the smaller end of the mounting plate Insert the plug for the side pedal into the with the guide on the bottom of the side jack on the main foot controller. pedal, and then gently fasten them together with the mounting screw.
  • Page 67 SEWING Select the functions to be performed by the multi-function foot controller. Memo • The speed that is set using the sewing speed controller will be the main foot controller’s maximum sewing speed. • When the multi-function foot controller is connected, the “Start/Stop”...

  • Page 68: Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Stitches

    SEWING Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Automatic Reinforcement Stitches Stitching Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally After selecting a stitch motif, turn on the automatic necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You reinforcement stitching function before sewing, can use the “Reverse Stitch” button to sew reverse/ and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches.
  • Page 69 SEWING ■ The Operation Performed when the When the end of stitching has been reached, press he "Reverse Stitch" button “Reverse Stitch” or “Reinforcement or the "Reinforcement Stitch" button. Stitch” is Pressed The operation performed when the button is pressed differs depending on the selected stitch pattern.

  • Page 70: Automatic Presser Foot Lowering Function And Thread Cutting Function

    SEWING “Reverse Stitch” “Reinforcement Automatic Presser Foot Lowering button Stitch” button Function and Thread Cutting Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching function is active. Function At the beginning of At the beginning of sewing, reverse sewing, reverse stitches are sewn stitches are sewn By setting the machine to automatically raise and automatically when automatically when...

  • Page 71: Sewing Curves

    SEWING Sewing Curves Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with If the thickness of a seam causes the presser foot to the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the rest at an angle, help guide the fabric by hand and curve.

  • Page 72: Sewing Hook-And-Loop Fastener Tape

    SEWING ■ If the Fabric Does Not Feed Memo When sewing thick fabric such as denim or quilting • Once the trouble spot has been passed, the layers, the fabric may not feed at the start of sewing foot will return to its normal position. if the presser foot is not level, as shown below.

  • Page 73: Sewing Lightweight Fabrics

    SEWING Sewing Lightweight Fabrics Sewing Leathers or Vinyl Fabrics Place thin paper or tear away embroidery When sewing fabrics that may stick to the presser stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier. foot, such as leather or vinyl fabrics, replace the Gently tear off the paper or the stabilizer after presser foot with the compact dual feed foot.

  • Page 74: Stitch Settings

    STITCH SETTINGS STITCH SETTINGS When you select a stitch, your machine Touch to widen the stitch pattern width. automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension. However, if needed, you can change any of the individual settings.

  • Page 75: Setting The Stitch Length

    STITCH SETTINGS Setting the Stitch Length Setting the [L/R Shift] Follow the steps below when you want to change Follow the steps below when you want to change the stitch pattern length. the placement of the stitch pattern by moving it left and right.

  • Page 76: Setting The Thread Tension

    STITCH SETTINGS ■ Upper Thread is Too Tight Setting the Thread Tension If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric, the upper thread is too tight. You may need to change the thread tension, Note depending on the fabric and thread being used.

  • Page 77: Useful Functions

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS USEFUL FUNCTIONS Set the needle into the fabric and start Automatic Thread Cutting sewing. After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing, and trim the threads at the end of sewing.

  • Page 78: Pivoting

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS Touch to select the pivot setting. Pivoting To use the pivot function, the needle position should If the pivot function is selected, the machine stops be set to with the needle lowered (in the fabric) and the presser foot is automatically raised to an appropriate height when the “Start/Stop”...

  • Page 79: Using The Knee Lifter

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS Rotate the fabric, and then press the “Start/ Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the Stop” button. notches in the knee lifter slot on the front of the machine. Insert the knee lifter bar as far as possible.

  • Page 80: Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure)

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS Automatic Fabric Sensor System Needle Position - Stitch (Automatic Presser Foot Placement Pressure) When the [Needle Position - Stitch Placement] is [ON], the needle will be partially lowered for The thickness of the fabric is automatically precise stitch placement and then completely detected and the presser foot pressure is lowered when you press the “Needle Position”...

  • Page 81: Checking The Needle Location In The Screen

    USEFUL FUNCTIONS Checking the Needle Location in b Touch this key to display a grid. the Screen You can check the stitch image with actual fabric image on the screen. Select a stitch. Touch  An image of the selected stitch and the actual fabric c Lower the presser foot, and then touch image are displayed.

  • Page 82: Using The Projector

    USING THE PROJECTOR USING THE PROJECTOR Convenient Sewing Features by Installing a Battery in the Dual Using the Projector Purpose Stylus Operations that can use the projector A battery for the dual purpose stylus is not included with your machine. Use a new AAA •...

  • Page 83: Operating The Projector With The Dual Purpose Stylus

    USING THE PROJECTOR Operating the Projector with the Using the Dual Purpose Stylus Dual Purpose Stylus Holder Press the button to light the hard point of the dual Attach the dual purpose stylus holder to keep the purpose stylus. After the built-in camera detects dual purpose stylus with the machine.

  • Page 84: Projector Functions (Utility Stitches And Character/Decorative Stitches)

    PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) Projection Area of Projector Projecting the Stitch Pattern with the Projector When the machine is sewing utility stitches or character/decorative stitches, the projection area Using the projector, the selected stitch pattern can of the projector is as shown below.

  • Page 85: Selecting A Stitch Pattern With The Dual Purpose Stylus

    PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) Selecting a Stitch Pattern with Editing a Stitch Pattern Selected the Dual Purpose Stylus with the Dual Purpose Stylus The stitch width, stitch length and [L/R Shift] can When the stitch pattern is projected onto be changed for the stitch pattern projected by the the fabric, press with the dual purpose...

  • Page 86: Projecting The Guidelines With The Projector

    PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) Sub guideline Projecting the Guidelines with A straight-line guideline is displayed. the Projector With the guideline function, sewing can easily be done by following the lines and marks projected onto the fabric. Touch a Select the color of the sub guideline.
  • Page 87 PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) ■ Piecing Using Guidelines Sub guideline A grid guideline is displayed. Select stitch Q-01 ([Piecing stitch (Middle)]), and then touch Make sure that the guideline position for [Main] aligns with the stitch pattern displayed in the screen.

  • Page 88: Specifying The Sewing End Point

    PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) Touch Specifying the Sewing End Point Note • Using the same material and stitch pattern as your project, sew trial stitches to check the result. The machine’s sewing end point may become misaligned in the following cases: - The end point sticker is loose.
  • Page 89 PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) Press the "Start/Stop" button to start sewing. Memo When the foot controller is plugged in, • If [End Point Setting] is set to [ON], the stitch press down on the foot controller. pattern cannot be projected by the projector. Gently guide the fabric to sew the stitching •...
  • Page 90 PROJECTOR FUNCTIONS (UTILITY STITCHES AND CHARACTER/DECORATIVE STITCHES) With a chalk pencil, mark the fabric with lines for sewing the stitch pattern and for the end of stitching, and then affix an end point sticker. Perform steps in “Specifying the Sewing End Point” on page 86. ...

  • Page 91: Chapter 3 Utility Stitches

    Chapter Utility Stitches...

  • Page 92: Selecting Utility Stitches

    SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Utility Stitch LCD Screen Touch a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key. Display Key Name Explanation Page Stitch pattern display Shows the approximate size of the stitch pattern selected.
  • Page 93 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Key Functions Memo • Editing function keys are found after touching Display Key Name Explanation Page Image key Touch this key to display an enlarged image of the selected stitch pattern. Projector key Touch this key to use projector functions. Guideline marker key Touch this key to display or set the guideline marker for the sewing line.
  • Page 94 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES Display Key Name Explanation Page Reset key Touch this key to return the selected stitch pattern saved settings to the default 72-74 settings. Thread tension key Shows the automatic thread tension setting of the currently selected stitch pattern.
  • Page 95 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Stitch Selection Screens Straight/Overcasting Decorative Stitches Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-directional Sewing Quilting Stitches Other Stitches Stitch Tapering...

  • Page 96: Selecting A Stitch

    SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Mirror Image Key Selecting a Stitch Depending on the type of utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch. Turn the main power to ON and touch Memo to display the utility stitches.
  • Page 97 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Returning to the Beginning of the ■ Using the Image Key Stitch Pattern You can display an image of the selected stitch. You can check and change the colors of the image of the Even if you stopped stitching while sewing, you can screen.

  • Page 98: Saving Your Stitch Settings

    SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES Memo Saving Your Stitch Settings • Touch and then to return the selected stitch pattern saved settings to Mirror image, twin needle, stitch width, stitch the default settings. length, L/R Shift and thread tension settings can be •...

  • Page 99: Sewing The Stitches

    SEWING THE STITCHES SEWING THE STITCHES Select a stitch. Straight Stitches Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Straight stitch (Left) Straight stitch (Left) Straight stitch (Middle) Straight stitch (Middle) Triple stretch stitch Stem stitch Attach presser foot “J”. Attach advanced monogramming foot “N+” when Decorative stitch you select (1-07) for optimal performance on...
  • Page 100 SEWING THE STITCHES Lower the presser foot. Sew 3 to 5 stitches After sewing, press the “Thread Cutter” and hold the “Reverse Stitch” button or button to trim the threads. hold the “Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew 3-4 stitches.  The machine sews reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches.
  • Page 101 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Changing the Needle Position (Left ■ Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on or Middle Needle Position Stitches the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover Only) (with Mark) When you select left or middle needle position While sewing, align the edge of the fabric with the 16 mm (approx.
  • Page 102 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Using the Straight Stitch Needle Slide out the regular needle plate with your right hand to remove it. Plate and the Straight Stitch Foot The straight stitch needle plate and the straight stitch foot can only be used for straight stitches (middle needle position stitches).

  • Page 103: Dart Seam

    SEWING THE STITCHES Select any of the straight stitches. Insert the ends of the thread into the dart with a hand sewing needle. Memo • Selecting unavailable stitches will cause an error message to be displayed. • When the straight stitch needle plate is on the machine, the needle will automatically move to the middle position.

  • Page 104: Gathering

    SEWING THE STITCHES Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the Gathering desired amount of gather, then tie the threads. Use on waists of skirts, sleeves of shirts, etc. Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “J”. Smooth the gathers by ironing them. Sew on the seam line and remove the basting stitch.

  • Page 105: Pintuck

    SEWING THE STITCHES Spread the fabric out along the seam. Pintuck Mark along the folds on the wrong side of the fabric. a Seam b Wrong side Lay both seam allowances on the side of the shorter seam (cut seam) and iron them. a Wrong side Turn the fabric and iron the folded parts only.

  • Page 106: Zigzag Stitches

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué (Using a Zigzag Stitch) Zigzag Stitches Attach the appliqué material using a temporary spray adhesive or basting, and then sew it. Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, Sew a zigzag stitch while positioning the right-hand appliqué, patchwork, and many other side needle drop point just outside the edge of the applications.

  • Page 107: Elastic Zigzag Stitches

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Cord Guide Bobbin Cover (Using a Lower the presser foot and start sewing to make a decorative finish. Zigzag Stitch) Remove the bobbin cover from the machine. (page 44) Thread the gimp thread through the hole in the cord guide bobbin cover from bottom to top.

  • Page 108: Overcasting

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Use this stitch to sew overcasting on the edge of Check that the needle does not touch the stretch fabrics. Sew the overcasting along the edge presser foot. of the fabric while positioning the right-hand side needle drop point just outside the edge of the fabric.

  • Page 109: Quilting

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J” The “P” or “Q” at the bottom of the key display indicates that these stitches are intended for (“Q”) quilting and (“P”) piecing. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Overcasting stitch Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Overcasting stitch...
  • Page 110 SEWING THE STITCHES Presser foot Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Stitch Stitch name Feather stitch Decorative stitch Fagoting cross stitch Decorative stitch Couching stitch Decorative stitch Patchwork double overlock stitch Piecing stitch (Right) Smocking stitch Piecing stitch (Middle) Rick-rack stitch Piecing stitch (Left) Decorative stitch Hand-look quilting...
  • Page 111 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Piecing ■ Piecing Using the 1/4" Piecing Foot with Guide This piecing foot can sew an accurate 1/4-inch or 1/8-inch Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called piecing. seam allowance. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make sure the It can be used for piecing together a quilt or for seam allowance is 6.5 mm (approx.
  • Page 112 SEWING THE STITCHES Topstitching quilting, 1/8 inch Memo Sew with the edge of the fabric or seam aligned with • Sew at slow to medium speed. the left side of the presser foot's front section. • Always check to be sure that your quilting a Surface of fabric surface is securely basted before beginning to b Seam...
  • Page 113 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Quilting with Satin Stitches Use the quilting appliqué stitch to attach the appliqué. Sew around the edge while For better fabric control, use the foot controller to dropping the needle as close to the edge as sew with satin stitches.
  • Page 114 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Free Motion Quilting Touch With free motion quilting, the feed dogs can be  The screen appears as shown below. lowered by touching then , so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. For free motion quilting, use free motion quilting foot “C”...
  • Page 115 SEWING THE STITCHES Using free motion Quilting Foot “C” Touch then to set the machine to free motion sewing mode. Use the free motion quilting foot “C” with straight stitch needle plate for free motion sewing. Free motion quilting foot “C” CAUTION •...
  • Page 116 SEWING THE STITCHES Attach free motion quilting foot “C” at the After sewing, make sure to remove the front with the presser foot holder screw straight stitch needle plate and presser foot aligned with the notch in the quilting foot. “C”, and reinstall the regular needle plate.
  • Page 117 SEWING THE STITCHES Attach free motion open toe quilting foot Touch to cancel the free motion sewing “O” by positioning the pin of the quilting mode. foot above the needle clamp screw and  Rotate the handwheel toward you aligning the lower-left of the quilting foot (counterclockwise) to raise the feed dogs.

  • Page 118: Hand-Look Quilting

    SEWING THE STITCHES Position the free motion echo quilting foot Using the measurement on the quilting foot “E” on the left side of the presser bar with as a guide, sew around the motif. the holes in the quilting foot and presser bar aligned.

  • Page 119: Blind Hem Stitches

    SEWING THE STITCHES Use a chalk pencil to mark on the fabric Memo about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of • For most fabrics and threads, using a 90/14 the fabric, and then baste it. needle will result in a clean finish. •...
  • Page 120 SEWING THE STITCHES Slide the item that you wish to sew onto the When you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width. (The stitch free arm and make sure that the fabric feeds width setting is in neither millimeters nor inches.) correctly.

  • Page 121: Appliqué

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué Sharp Curves Appliqué Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric a little bit at a time while sewing for an Use a temporary spray adhesive, fabric glue attractive finish to the seam.

  • Page 122: Shelltuck Stitches

    SEWING THE STITCHES Shelltuck Stitches Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of shells along the curve of a collar. This stitch pattern can be used for edging the neckline or sleeves of dresses and blouses. Select Memo a Needle drop position •...

  • Page 123: Crazy Quilting

    SEWING THE STITCHES Attach advanced monogramming foot Select a stitch for top stitching. “N+”. Sew scallop stitches along the edge of the fabric. Do not sew directly on the edge of the fabric. Place the fabric right side up in the machine, and center the presser foot over the seam when sewing.

  • Page 124: Fagoting

    SEWING THE STITCHES Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the Fagoting desired amount of gather, and then smooth the gathers by ironing them. When there is a space between two fabrics with thread sewn over the space to join the fabrics together, it is called fagoting.

  • Page 125: Tape Or Elastic Attaching

    SEWING THE STITCHES Sew over the tape (or elastic). Tape or Elastic Attaching Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “J”. Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/ 16 inch), and loosen the upper thread tension to 2.0 (“Setting the Stitch Length” on page 73 and “Setting the Thread Tension”...

  • Page 126: Heirloom

    SEWING THE STITCHES Match beginning needle drop points on the Heirloom opposite edge of the open area to keep the stitching symmetrical. ■ Hemstitching (Drawn Work (1)) Pull out several threads from one area on a piece of fabric to open the area. Pull out 5 or 6 threads to leave a 3 mm (approx.

  • Page 127: Basting

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Free-Motion Basting Basting When the feed dogs are lowered, basting can be sewn while freely moving the fabric. Select and attach presser foot “J”. Select If desired, keep pressing the “Reverse Stitch” button or the “Reinforcement Stitch”...

  • Page 128: Zigzag Couching

    SEWING THE STITCHES Insert the yarn guide for zigzag couching Zigzag Couching into the slot on the top left of the machine. You can easily sew decorative effects using yarn. CAUTION • When using yarn, we recommend selecting yarn of weight 4 (MEDIUM ).
  • Page 129 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Sewing Zigzag Couching Pass the yarn through the telescopic thread guide and the yarn guide (1) to (2). Select (Stitch Pattern 1-10). Measure the width of the yarn and set the stitch width according to the width of the yarn.

  • Page 130: One-Step Buttonholes

    SEWING THE STITCHES Set the sewing speed to a medium speed. One-Step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonholes appropriate to the size of your button. IMPORTANT Press “Start/Stop” button to start sewing. • When attaching and removing buttonhole foot While lightly holding down the fabric with both “A+”, do not apply excessive force to the hands, adjust the sewing direction.
  • Page 131 SEWING THE STITCHES Select a buttonhole stitch, and attach Stitch Stitch name Presser foot buttonhole foot “A+”. Squared buttonhole Position the upper thread under the presser foot by guiding thread through the hole in the presser foot Stretch buttonhole before attaching the buttonhole foot “A+”. Memo •...
  • Page 132 SEWING THE STITCHES Align the presser foot with the mark on the Insert a pin along the inside of one of the fabric, and lower the presser foot. bar tacks, and then insert the seam ripper into the center of the buttonhole and cut towards the pin.
  • Page 133 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics Once sewing is completed, gently pull the gimp thread to remove any slack, and trim off any excess. Note • Attach stabilizer material to the back of stretch fabrics to prevent them from stretching.
  • Page 134 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Fabric Cannot Be Correctly Fed Memo If the fabric does not feed (for example, because it is • The calculated value can also be set in the too thick), first increase the stitch length setting. screen instead of setting the button holder If the fabric still does not feed correctly, such as plate.

  • Page 135: Four-Step Buttonholes

    SEWING THE STITCHES Press the “Start/Stop” button to start Four-Step Buttonholes sewing. Sew the desired length for the buttonhole You can sew 4-step buttonholes using the and press the “Start/Stop” button again. following 4 stitches together. You can sew any desired length for the buttonhole when using 4- step buttonholes.
  • Page 136 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Darning Check that the needle drops at the desired position and lower the presser foot, making Use darning stitches for mending and other sure the upper thread passes underneath applications. the buttonhole foot. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Darning Darning...

  • Page 137: Bar Tacks

    SEWING THE STITCHES Check the first needle drop point and lower Bar Tacks the presser foot. Use bar tacks to reinforce areas that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Bar tack Select a 2 mm (approx.

  • Page 138: Button Sewing

    SEWING THE STITCHES Gently hold the end of the upper thread and Button Sewing start sewing.  The machine stops automatically when sewing is Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached, using finished. the machine. IMPORTANT Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Button sewing •...

  • Page 139: Eyelet

    SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Attaching a Shank to the Button Eyelet Pull the shank lever toward you before sewing. Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Eyelet Star eyelet Select a Shank lever in either the stitch width After sewing is finished, cut the upper display or the stitch length display to...

  • Page 140: Multi-Directional Sewing

    SEWING THE STITCHES Use the eyelet punch to make a hole in the Set the needle in the fabric at the sewing center of the stitching. start point, and sew seam “1” as shown. a Start Point Multi-directional Sewing Select and sew seam “2”...

  • Page 141: Zipper Insertion

    SEWING THE STITCHES Remove presser foot “J”. Align the right Zipper Insertion side of the pin in zipper foot “I” with the presser foot holder, and attach the zipper foot. ■ Centered Zipper Use for bags and other such applications. Select Memo •...
  • Page 142 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Inserting a Side Zipper Align the right side of the pin in zipper foot “I” with the presser foot holder, and attach Use for side zippers in skirts or dresses. the presser foot. Select Note • Make sure you sew using the middle needle position.
  • Page 143 SEWING THE STITCHES Close the zipper, turn the fabric over, and Open the zipper and sew the rest of the sew a basting stitch. seam. a Front of the skirt (wrong side of fabric) a Basting stitches b Basting stitches b 7 to 10 mm (approx.

  • Page 144: Changing The Start And End Angles Of The Stitch Pattern

    SEWING THE STITCHES If necessary, change the stitch width and Changing the Start and End stitch length. Angles of the Stitch Pattern Touch , and then touch (Stitch Tapering Function) The angles of the start and end of stitch patterns can be changed.
  • Page 145 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Method 2: Sewing a Specified Select the method for finishing sewing. For this example, since the angle at the end of Number of Stitch Patterns sewing will begin changing when the With this method, the number of stitch patterns “Reverse Stitch”...
  • Page 146 SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Method 3: Specifying the Sewing End Start sewing.  The machine stops automatically when sewing is Point with an End Point Sticker finished. Note Peel off the end point sticker. • For details on the procedure as well as precautions, refer to “Specifying the Sewing ■...
  • Page 147 Chapter Character/Decorative Stitches...

  • Page 148: Chapter 4 Character/Decorative Stitches 145 Selecting Stitch Patterns

    SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Touch , then to display the screen below. Display Category Name Wide and Various Wide Botanical Wide Motifs and Messages Narrow and Various Narrow Botanical Candlewicking Large Satin Satin Cross Stitches Combinable Utility Disney Alphabet Characters (Gothic Font) Alphabet Characters (Handwriting Font) Alphabet Characters (Outline)
  • Page 149 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Stitch Selection Screens Wide and Various Wide Botanical Wide Motifs and Messages Narrow and Various Narrow Botanical Candlewicking Large Satin Satin Alphabet Characters Cross Stitches Combinable Utility Disney (Gothic Font) Alphabet Characters Alphabet Characters (Outline) Cyrillic Font (Handwriting Font)

  • Page 150: Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns

    SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Touch to enter a space. Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns Select the category of the stitch pattern you want to sew. Touch the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew. Touch again and enter [S]. Touch and then enter [ky].
  • Page 151 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Deleting Characters Touch to adjust character spacing. Touch , and then touch to delete the last character. To delete other characters, touch select the desired character before touching Touch to increase the character spacing and touch to decrease the character spacing.

  • Page 152: Sewing Stitch Patterns

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

  • Page 153: Making Adjustments

    SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop Making Adjustments sewing. Keep pressing the “Reverse Stitch” button Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, or the “Reinforcement Stitch” button to depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the sew 4 stitches of reinforcement stitches.
  • Page 154 SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Sew the stitch pattern again. Touch , and then adjust the stitch If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, make pattern with the [Fine Adjust Verti.] or [Fine adjustments again. Adjust until the stitch pattern Adjust Horiz.] displays. comes out correctly.

  • Page 155: Editing Stitch Patterns

    EDITING STITCH PATTERNS EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Key Functions You can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make stitch patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Memo • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch patterns. Only the functions for the displayed keys are available when a stitch pattern is selected.
  • Page 156 EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Display Key Name Explanation Page Stitch pattern display Show the approximate size of the stitch pattern selected. — size Thread color change Touch this key to change the thread color displayed on the screen. Add stitch pattern key Touch this key to add a new stitch pattern. Stitch pattern Touch this key to select the stitch pattern for editing.
  • Page 157 EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Memo • Editing function keys are found after touching Display Key Name Explanation Page Free motion mode Touch this key to enter free motion sewing mode. The feed dog is lowered and presser foot is raised to a height appropriate for free motion quilting.

  • Page 158: Changing The Size

    EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Changing the Size Creating a Vertical Mirror Image To create a vertical mirror image, select a stitch Select a stitch pattern, then touch change the stitch width and stitch pattern length. pattern, touch , and then touch Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image To create a horizontal mirror image, select a stitch...

  • Page 159: Changing Thread Density (For Large Satin Only)

    EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Changing Thread Density (for Large Satin Only) After selecting a satin stitch pattern, touch , and then touch to select your preferred thread density. IMPORTANT • If the stitches bunch when thread density is changed to , return the thread density to .

  • Page 160: Combining Stitch Patterns

    COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, Select such as character stitches, cross stitches, satin stitches, or stitches you design with MY CUSTOM STITCH function (see chapter 5 for information about MY CUSTOM STITCH). You can also combine stitch patterns of different sizes, mirror image stitch patterns, and others.

  • Page 161: Combining Large And Small Stitch Patterns

    COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Touch , and then touch so that it Combining Large and Small displays to sew the stitch pattern Stitch Patterns continuously. Example: Select  The entered stitch pattern is repeated. Touch so that it displays Combining Horizontal Mirror Select again, and then touch Image Stitch Patterns...

  • Page 162: Combining Stitch Patterns Of Different Length

    COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Combining Stitch Patterns of Select again, touch , and then touch Different Length Example: Select , touch , then touch once.  The length of the image is set to  The stitch pattern is flipped along a vertical axis. Touch Touch so that it displays...

  • Page 163: Making Step Stitch Patterns

    COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Example: Touch , and then touch so that it displays to sew the stitch pattern continuously. Select Touch , and then touch  The entered stitch pattern is repeated. Making Step Stitch Patterns  The next stitch pattern will move to the right. You can use the keys to create a step effect, also called step stitch patterns.
  • Page 164 COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Touch          The next stitch pattern will move to the left. Touch , and then touch             The entered stitch pattern is repeated. ■...

  • Page 165: Using The Memory Function

    USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Touch the desired destination to start Memo saving. • For more information about the memory function, refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” on Touch to return to the original screen page 194. without saving. Saving Stitch Patterns You can save often-used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory or USB media.

  • Page 166: Retrieving Stitch Patterns

    USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Memo Retrieving Stitch Patterns • Touch when there is a subfolder in Retrieve stitch patterns saved in the machine's USB media. memory or USB media. When retrieving stitch patterns from a USB media, insert the USB media into the USB port on the machine.

  • Page 167: Managing Saved File

    USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Managing Saved File Transferring Stitch Patterns to the Machine (PE-DESIGN to this You can delete the saved file or save to machine’s machine) memory from USB media. Touch , and touch the stitch pattern you For detailed procedures, refer to PE-DESIGN want to manage.
  • Page 168 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION...

  • Page 169: Chapter 5 My Custom Stitch

    Chapter MY CUSTOM STITCH...

  • Page 170: Designing A Stitch

    DESIGNING A STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH Decide the spacing of the stitch. By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew designs combining MY By adjusting the spacing of a stitch, you can create CUSTOM STITCH creations with built-in various stitch patterns with one stitch.
  • Page 171 DESIGNING A STITCH Examples of Custom Stitches Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch...

  • Page 172: Entering Stitch Data

    ENTERING STITCH DATA ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Key Functions a This area displays the stitch being created. b Displays the number of the present set point over the total number of points in the stitch. c Displays the y-coordinate of over the x-coordinate of Display Key Name...
  • Page 173 ENTERING STITCH DATA Touch to add the point indicated by Touch and then To insert coordinates with the dual purpose stylus or fine tipped stylus pen, move the tip of the pen to a Touch desired point. Once you release the pen from the screen a point will be entered into the graph at those coordinates.
  • Page 174 ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Moving a Point Repeat the steps above for each point that you have drawn on the grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen as a Touch to move to the point continuous line. that you want to move.
  • Page 175 ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Moving Part or All of the Design Touch Touch  The section will be moved.  The selected point and all points that were entered ■ Inserting New Points after it are selected. Touch to move the section. Touch to move to a place on...

  • Page 176: Editing Stitch Stored In The Machine

    ENTERING STITCH DATA Touch Editing Stitch Stored in the Machine Touch Select the stitch category and stitch that you want to edit. Scroll to display the other stitches.  A new point is entered and moves to it. to move the point. ...

  • Page 177: Using Stored Custom Stitches

    USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES Before storing a stitch, touch to sew a test- Storing Custom Stitches in Your run of the stitch. List Stitch patterns created using the MY CUSTOM STITCH function can be stored for later use. Touch Memo •...

  • Page 178: Retrieving Stored Stitches

    USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES Choose to retrieve. Retrieving Stored Stitches Touch to return to the previous screen without retrieving. Touch Select the stitch pattern you want to retrieve and touch Memo • You can also retrieve the stitches by the procedure to retrieve the Decorative/ Character stitches.

  • Page 179: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter Appendix...

  • Page 180: Care And Maintenance

    Remove the needle and the presser foot. Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized (page 54, page 57) service center. Remove the flat bed attachment or the Precautions on Storing the embroidery unit if either is attached.
  • Page 181 Otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, and the needle may break and cause injury. For a new bobbin case, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. • Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

  • Page 182: Cleaning The Cutter In The Bobbin Case Area

    Once this message appears, it is recommended to Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner take your machine to an authorized Brother dealer to remove any lint and dust from the cutter or the nearest Brother authorized service center for in the bobbin case area.

  • Page 183: 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/cpdab/ ”.

  • Page 184: Tangled Thread On Wrong Side Of Fabric

    TROUBLESHOOTING Tangled Thread on Wrong Side of Fabric ■ Symptom The thread becomes tangled on the lower side of the fabric. After starting sewing, a rattling noise is made and sewing cannot continue. Looking under the fabric, there is tangled thread in the bobbin case.

  • Page 185: Incorrect Thread Tension

    TROUBLESHOOTING Incorrect Thread Tension ■ Symptoms • Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 2: The upper thread appears as a straight line on the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 3: The upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric. •...

  • Page 186: Fabric Is Caught In The Machine And Cannot Be Removed

    Hole in the needle plate b Handwheel If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother a Cleaning brush authorized service center. b Race...

  • Page 187: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    TROUBLESHOOTING Turn off the machine, and then install the Touch once to stop the bobbin bobbin and presser foot. winding. Never use a scratched or damaged presser foot. Otherwise, the needle may break, or sewing performance may suffer. Refer to “Setting the Bobbin” on page 44 and “CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT”...

  • Page 188: List Of Symptoms

    If you have a minor problem with your machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested   do not correct the problem, contact your authorized Brother dealer. Touch for advice about minor sewing problems during sewing. Touch at any time to return to the original screen.
  • Page 189 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 190 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 191 “J” to keep the presser foot level while sewing. — The fabric feeds in The feed mechanism is damaged. Contact your authorized Brother dealer. the opposite direction. The needle contacts The needle clamp screw is loose.
  • Page 192 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page The built-in camera The buttonhole foot is dirty. Clean the area of the buttonhole foot to be cannot detect the detected. buttonhole foot. Mark “A+” or the three dots on the presser foot Make sure that nothing obstructs the detection are shaded or hidden under fabric or your of mark “A+”...

  • Page 193: Error Messages

    ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the operation procedure is incorrect, the machine does not start. An alarm sounds and an error message is displayed on the LCD. If an error message displays, follow the instructions in the message. Below is an explanation of error messages. Refer to these when necessary (if you touch or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears).
  • Page 194 USB media error This message is displayed when an error occurs with the USB media. For a list of compatible USB media, visit “ https://s.brother/cpdab/ ”. When the speed controller is set to control the zigzag This message is displayed when the speed control slide is set to control the stitch width, the “Start/Stop”...

  • Page 195: How Can I Find The Wireless Security Information (Ssid And Network Key)

    ERROR MESSAGES How Can I Find the Wireless Security Information (SSID and Network Key) 1. You should see the documentation provided with your wireless access point/router. 2. The default SSID (wireless network name) could be the manufacturer’s name or the model name. 3.

  • Page 196: Specifications

    Some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website “ https://s.brother/cpdab/ ” for more details. * Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice.
  • Page 197 SPECIFICATIONS Note • We recommend using the 26 letters of the alphabet (uppercase and lowercase), the numbers 0 through 9, “-”, and “_” for the name of the file/folder. IMPORTANT • When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread may break or the needle may bend or break when embroidering with a stitch density that is too fine or when embroidering three or more overlapping stitches.

  • Page 198: Updating Your Machine's Software

    Do not turn off the machine during the update. Update Procedure Using USB Media When an update program is available on “ https:// s.brother/cpdab/ ”, please download the files following the instructions on the website and steps below. Note • Use a USB media with a capacity from 4 GB to 32 GB when updating the machine.

  • Page 199: Update Procedure Using Wireless Lan Connection

    UPDATING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE When downloading is finished, turn off the Update Procedure Using machine, then hold down the “Automatic Threading” button while turning on the Wireless LAN Connection machine. If the machine is connected to a wireless network with a strong, reliable connection, update files can be downloaded directly to the machine using this network.

  • Page 200: Stitch Setting Chart

    STITCH SETTING CHART STITCH SETTING CHART The following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stitch widths, and whether or not the twin needle mode can be used. Note • For details on automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching for each stitch, refer to “Automatic Reinforcement Stitching”...
  • Page 201 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 2 steps elastic Overcasting (medium weight 0.0 - 7.0 0.2 - 5.0 zigzag and stretch fabrics), tape and (13/64) (0 - 9/32) (3/64)
  • Page 202 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Piecing stitch Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm 0.2 - 5.0 (Left) (approx. 1/4 inch) left seam — — (5/64) (1/64 - 13/64) allowance Hand-look...
  • Page 203 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Tape attaching Attaching tape to seam in 0.0 - 7.0 0.2 - 5.0 stretch fabric (5/32) (0 - 9/32) (3/64) (1/64 - 13/64) ( J )
  • Page 204 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Honeycomb Heirloom, decorative hems 0.0 - 7.0 0.4 - 5.0 stitch (13/64) (0 - 9/32) (3/32) (1/64 - 13/64) ( J ) Honeycomb Heirloom, decorative hems...
  • Page 205 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Round ended Buttonholes with bar tack 3.0 - 6.5 0.2 - 1.0 buttonhole (13/64) (1/8 - 1/4) (1/64) (1/64 - 3/64) Round double...
  • Page 206 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Button sewing Attaching buttons 2.5 - 4.5 — — (9/64) (3/32 - 11/64) Eyelet For making eyelets, holes on 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 belts, etc.
  • Page 207 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Hand-look Quilting stitch made to look 0.4 - 5.0 quilting like hand quilting stitch — — (3/32) (1/64 - 13/64) Basting stitch Basting...
  • Page 208 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Patchwork Patchwork stitches, decorative 5.00 0.00 - 7.00 0.4 - 5.0 double overlock stitching (13/64) (0 - 9/32) (3/32) (1/64 - 13/64) stitch...
  • Page 209 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Free motion Free motion couching stitch couching stitch — — — — Free-Motion Free motion basting stitch Basting —...
  • Page 210 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Tapering stitch Stitch pattern can be tapered 3.5 - 7.0 0.1 - 2.0 at the beginning or at the end (9/32) (9/64 - 9/32) (1/64)

  • Page 211: Index

    INDEX INDEX Accessories Darning ..................134 included accessories ..............14 Dart seam .................. 101 Accessory case ................14 Denim ................. 56 Accessory compartment .............. 14 Dual purpose stylus ............80 Advanced multi-function foot controller ........63 Dual purpose stylus holder ............81 Air vent ..................
  • Page 212 INDEX L/R Shift ..................73 Quilting ..................107 LCD screen ................12 free motion ................112 cleaning ................. 178 with satin stitches ..............111 light ..................21 Leather ..................71 Lower threading pulling up the bobbin thread ............ 46 Race ..................178 setting the bobbin ..............
  • Page 213 INDEX Thin fabrics ................. 71 Thread fabric/thread/needle combinations ........... 56 thread tension ................74 Thread cutter ............... 12 Thread cutter button ..............13 Thread density key ..............157 Thread guide ............12 Thread guide plate ............12 Top cover ..................12 Top stitching ................
  • Page 215 App Store Design Database Transfer is a dedicated Windows application for wirelessly transferring embroidery data from a computer to the machine. This application can also be used to view and manage embroidery data. Visit us at https://s.brother/cadka/ to download the application.
  • Page 216 Visit the Google Play™ or App Store to download. Google Play™ App Store 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. English...

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