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Brother NS2850D Operation Manual

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Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Product Code: 888-K10/L11/L12
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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Sewing and Embroidery Machine Product Code: 888-K10/L11/L12 Instruction Videos https://s.brother/cvhap/ Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
  • Page 3 Return the machine to the nearest authorized Please read these safety instructions before attempting to Brother dealer for examination, repair, electrical or use the machine. mechanical adjustment. • While the machine is stored or in use if you notice...
  • Page 4 Operation Manual to inspect and adjust the appliance. Cleaning and user the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Use this machine only for its intended use as described...
  • Page 5 ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the connected. mark, rating as marked on plug. • Consult the authorized Brother dealer or an • Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with experienced radio/TV technician for help. the fuse cover omitted.
  • Page 6 (SAR). (Great Britain only) For Users in Mexico We, Brother Industries, Ltd. 15-1 Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, The operation of this equipment is subject to the following Nagoya 467-8561 Japan declare that these products are in two conditions: conformity with the relevant UK legislation.
  • Page 7 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 copyright notice governs your use of any Software, installed on or made and this Agreement on all entire and available by Company for use with sewing or craft products partial copies of the Software;...
  • Page 8 Termination This Agreement is governed by the laws of Japan and Japanese Courts shall have exclusive Company shall have the right to terminate this jurisdiction with respect to this Agreement Agreement at any time by providing a written except with regard to enforcement in which notice to you if you commit a material breach case the jurisdiction of the Japanese Courts of any terms of this Agreement and fail to...
  • Page 9 TRADEMARKS 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. COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Chapter 1 GETTING READY Attaching the embroidery unit ..........78 Embroidering attractive finishes ........... 80 Names of Machine Parts........9 Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame ......80 Included Accessories .......... 11 Attaching the embroidery frame........... 82 Turning the Machine On/Off......

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Names of Machine Parts GETTING READY Chapter 9 Operation panel (page 11) Note 0 Knee lifter mounting slot (page 44) A Knee lifter (page 44) • Be sure to install the latest software. B Operation buttons and sewing speed controller Refer to “Updating Your Machine’s Software”...
  • Page 12 Names of Machine Parts ■ Needle and presser foot section ■ Operation buttons 1 “Start/Stop” button Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop sewing. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode. 1 Needle bar thread guide (page 26) Green: The machine is ready to sew or is sewing.

  • Page 13: Included Accessories

    Included Accessories ■ Operation panel and operation keys Included Accessories For included accessories of your machine, refer to the additional sheet “Included Accessories”. Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. 1 LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) A presser foot accessory tray is stored in the accessory Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed.

  • Page 14: Turning The Machine On/Off

    These things may damage the cord, or cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized Brother dealer for repairs before continuing use. • Do not insert the plug on the power cord into...
  • Page 15 Turning the Machine On/Off When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen. Note When you first turn on the machine: • Select the display language for the LCD. • The following message about a wireless LAN connection appears.

  • Page 16: Lcd Operation

    LCD Operation LCD Operation Viewing the LCD An opening movie may be displayed when the power is turned on. When the opening movie is displayed, the screen will be displayed if you touch the LCD with your finger. 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.
  • Page 17 LCD Operation No. Display Key Name Explanation Page Needle position setting Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and the needle stop position. : Single needle/down position : Twin needle/down position : Single needle/up position : Twin needle/up position Stitch width Shows the stitch width of the currently selected stitch pattern.

  • Page 18: Settings Screen

    , after you changed necessary settings. Memo • The latest version of software is installed in your machine. Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at https://s.brother/cphap/ for available updates. • You can save the current settings screen image in...
  • Page 19 (Contact your 9 Display the latest version of the software. authorized Brother dealer for details.) 0 Display a message if [New update on server] is available 8 Display the total number of stitches sewn on this for this machine.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Input Sensitivity For Operation Keys

    Windows application (Design Database Transfer). The application can be downloaded from the following URL. https://s.brother/cahke/ * Settings must be specified in Design Database Transfer. For more information, refer to the manual for Design Database Transfer.

  • Page 21: Enabling A Wireless Network Connection

    Wireless Network Connection Functions Touch beside [Wireless LAN Setup Wizard]. Enabling a wireless network connection The machine can be connected to your wireless network. Refer to “Specifications” on page 115 for requirements for a wireless network connection. Touch  A list of available SSIDs appears. Select the SSID that was noted in step ...
  • Page 22 Wireless Network Connection Functions ■ Setting the wireless LAN connection from the When the following message appears, touch [Others] menu The [Others] menu on page 10 of the settings screen contains the following items.  When a connection is established, the following message appears.

  • Page 23: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Memo Winding/Installing the Bobbin • By placing the bobbin into the bobbin case in the same orientation that it was on the bobbin winder shaft, the bobbin can be installed with the correct IMPORTANT winding direction of the bobbin thread. The “b”...
  • Page 24 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Pass the thread under the hook on the bobbin winding Note thread guide, and then wind it counterclockwise under the pretension disk. • When using the spool as shown below, use the thread spool insert (mini king thread spool). Make sure that the thread spool insert is firmly inserted.

  • Page 25: Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Turn on the machine. Installing the bobbin • The “Start/Stop” button lights up in orange. Install the bobbin wound with thread. Press the “Start/Stop” button to start winding the You can begin sewing immediately without pulling up the bobbin.
  • Page 26 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right and remove While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right the bobbin cover. hand (1), guide the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover (2) and lightly pull it with your left hand (3).

  • Page 27: Upper Threading

    Upper Threading Upper Threading CAUTION • When threading the needle, be sure that you CAUTION have touched on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries • When threading the upper thread, carefully may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any follow the instructions.
  • Page 28 Upper Threading While holding the thread near the spool, pass the Check that the needle and thread are compatible with thread through the thread guide cover. And then, pass the needle threader. If they are compatible, continue the thread under the thread guide plate, and pull it up. with the next step.

  • Page 29: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    Upper Threading Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the Pulling up the bobbin thread machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. If the threads will be pulled to create gathers or the thread at the beginning of sewing will be finished, for example, when free motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread.

  • Page 30: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

    Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations 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 31: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle Touch Replacing the Needle  The screen changes, and all keys and operation buttons are locked (except CAUTION CAUTION • Only use recommended home sewing machine • When replacing the needle, be sure that you needles. Use of any other needle may break have touched on the operation panel to the needle, possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 32: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot Press the black button at the back of the presser foot Replacing the Presser Foot holder in order to remove the presser foot. 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder CAUTION • Use the appropriate presser foot for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot.

  • Page 33: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot Holder

    Replacing the Presser Foot ■ Attaching the presser foot holder Removing and attaching the presser foot Touch holder  The screen changes, and all keys and operation Remove the presser foot holder when installing a presser foot buttons are locked (except that does not use the presser foot holder.
  • Page 34 Replacing the Presser Foot...

  • Page 35: Chapter 2 Sewing Basics

    Sewing SEWING BASICS Chapter Basic sewing Sewing Note CAUTION • First, perform a trial sewing, using a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as those used for • While the machine is in operation, pay special your project. attention to the needle location.
  • Page 36 Sewing Set the fabric under the presser foot. Hold the fabric and thread with your left hand, and rotate the IMPORTANT handwheel counterclockwise or press (Needle position button) to set the needle in the sewing start • Do not press (Thread cutter button) after position.

  • Page 37: Combining Stitch Patterns

    Sewing Slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing. Touch Select a font. Memo • The speed set with the sewing speed controller is the foot controller’s maximum sewing speed. Touch a tab to change the selection screens and enter a Release the foot controller to stop sewing.

  • Page 38: Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Stitches

    Sewing Sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reverse/ beginning and end of sewing. reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or With reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches are sewn at the reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the same place.
  • Page 39 Sewing The operation performed when either of these buttons is Reverse stitch Reinforcement pressed differs depending on the selected stitch pattern. Refer stitch button button to the following table for details on the operation that is performed when the button is pressed. When the automatic Machine sews 3 - 5 Machine sews 3 - 5...

  • Page 40: Automatic Thread Cutting

    Sewing Automatic thread cutting Setting the stitch width/stitch length/“L/R Shift” The machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. If automatic thread cutting is set, This machine is preset with the default settings for the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is also set.

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Adjusting the Thread Tension ■ Setting the stitch width ■ Upper thread is too tight The stitch width (zigzag width) can be adjusted to make If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the the stitch wider or narrower. fabric, the upper thread is too tight.

  • Page 42: Useful Sewing Tips

    Useful Sewing Tips ■ Sewing cylindrical pieces Useful Sewing Tips Removing the flat bed attachment allows for free-arm sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs. Sewing tips Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left. ■...

  • Page 43: Sewing An Even Seam Allowance

    Useful Sewing Tips ■ Aligning the fabric with the stitch guide foot Sewing an even seam allowance (sold separately with some models) Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance with a desired position of markings on the stitch guide is to the right of the presser foot, and the edge of the fabric is foot.

  • Page 44: Sewing Various Fabric

    Useful Sewing Tips Release the presser foot locking pin (black button). Sewing various fabric  The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to be fed. ■ Sewing thick fabrics  If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot The presser foot lever can be raised to two different positions.
  • Page 45 * Items sold separately with some models, please contact If the needle does not pass through the hook-and-loop your authorized Brother dealer. fastener tape, replace the needle with the needle size for 1 Leather thicker fabrics.

  • Page 46: Hands-Free Raising And Lifting Of The Presser Foot

    Useful Sewing Tips Release the knee lifter. Hands-free raising and lifting of the presser  The presser foot is lowered. foot Note Using the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot • While sewing, keep your knee away from the knee with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric.

  • Page 47: Chapter 3 Various Stitches

    Stitch Chart VARIOUS STITCHES Chapter Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch width length Stitch name/ (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) ■ Utility stitches Applications foot) Auto. Auto. Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the Manual Manual twin needle can be used, are listed for utility stitches in the Straight stitch (Left) 0.0 (0) 2.5 (3/32)
  • Page 48 Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch width length Stitch width length Stitch name/ Stitch name/ (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) Applications Applications foot) Auto. Auto. foot) Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Manual Manual With side cutter 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Zigzag stitch (Right)
  • Page 49 Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch width length Stitch width length Stitch name/ Stitch name/ (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) Applications Applications foot) Auto. Auto. foot) Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Manual Manual 2.5 (3/32) 2.5 (3/32) 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 (3/32)
  • Page 50 Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch width length Stitch width length Stitch name/ Stitch name/ (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) (Presser (mm (inch)) (mm (inch)) Applications Applications foot) Auto. Auto. foot) Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Manual Manual Bar tack stitch 2.0 (1/16) 0.4 (1/64) Hemstitching...
  • Page 51 Stitch Chart ■ Decorative stitches Utility decorative stitches Use monogramming foot “N”. 10-01 10-02 10-03 10-04 10-05 10-06 10-07 The twin needle can only be used with satin stitch Be sure to attach zigzag foot “J” when using the twin needle.
  • Page 52 Stitch Chart ■ Character stitches Character stitches (Outline) Use monogramming foot “N”. The twin needle cannot be used. Character stitches (Gothic font) Character stitches (Cyrillic font) Character stitches (Handwriting font)

  • Page 53: Utility Stitches

    Utility Stitches Character stitches (Japanese font) Utility Stitches CAUTION • Before replacing the presser foot, be sure that you have touched (Presser foot/Needle exchange key) on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts.
  • Page 54 Utility Stitches ■ Sewing overcasting stitches using the side Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. cutter (sold separately with some models) Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished 1 The needle should while the edge of the fabric is cut off.
  • Page 55 Utility Stitches Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin is aligned Lower the presser foot lever, and then start sewing. with the notch in the presser foot holder, and then slowly lower the presser foot lever. 1 Notch in presser foot holder 2 Pin ...

  • Page 56: Blind Hem Stitching

    Utility Stitches Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the fabric with Blind hem stitching the wrong side facing up. 1 Wrong side of fabric Secure the lower edge of skirts and pants with a blind hem. 2 Right side of fabric 3 Edge of fabric Memo 4 Desired edge of hem...

  • Page 57: Buttonhole Sewing

    Utility Stitches Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches Buttonhole sewing the fold of the hem. (page 39) 1 Needle drop point The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.
  • Page 58 Utility Stitches Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole of the buttonhole. mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 Marks on fabric 2 Buttonhole sewing 1 Mark on fabric...
  • Page 59 Utility Stitches ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics Press (Thread cutter button) once. When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp Raise the presser foot, and then remove the fabric. thread. Note Hook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot •...

  • Page 60: Button Sewing

    Utility Stitches Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to Button sewing check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Buttons can be sewn on with the machine. Buttons with two If it seems as if the needle will hit the button, remeasure or with four holes can be attached.

  • Page 61: Zipper Insertion

    Utility Stitches ■ Attaching a shank to a button Using a basting stitch, continue sewing to the edge of the fabric. To sew the button with a shank, attach the button with space between it and the fabric, and then wind the thread 1 Basting stitching by hand.

  • Page 62: Zipper/Piping Insertion

    Utility Stitches Note Zipper/piping insertion • When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to select the straight stitch (middle (center) needle position), and A zipper and piping can be sewn in place. slowly turn the handwheel toward you Use adjustable zipper/piping foot (sold separately with some (counterclockwise) to check that the needle does models).

  • Page 63: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    Utility Stitches ■ Inserting a piping Change the needle position so that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Place the piping between two fabrics inside out, as For details, refer to “Setting the stitch width/stitch shown below. length/“L/R Shift”” on page 38. 1 Fabric 2 Piping 3 Fabric...
  • Page 64 Utility Stitches ■ Piecing Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise), and then begin sewing around the edge of the Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. appliqué, making sure that the needle drops just The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) outside of the appliqué.
  • Page 65 6.4 mm (1/4 inch). the walking foot* and the quilting guide*. * Items sold separately, please contact your authorized Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the fabric Brother dealer. that you wish to piece together. Note Attach the 1/4" piecing foot.
  • Page 66 Utility Stitches  Using free motion open toe quilting foot “O” or quilting Select a stitch. foot. The free motion open toe quilting foot “O” or quilting foot 1-04 1-33 is used for free motion quilting with zigzag or decorative stitches or for free motion quilting of straight lines on Stitch fabric with an uneven thickness.
  • Page 67 Utility Stitches ■ Satin stitching using the sewing speed Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and tighten the presser foot holder screw using the controller screwdriver with your left hand. A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width of a satin stitch.

  • Page 68: Other Stitching Applications

    Utility Stitches ■ Bar tack stitching Other stitching applications Bar tacks are used to reinforce points subject to strain, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at ■ Elastic attaching pocket corners is described below. When elastic tape is attached to the cuff or waist of a piece of clothing, the finished dimensions will be that of the stretched elastic tape.
  • Page 69 Utility Stitches ■ Darning Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing. After sewing is finished, raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position.
  • Page 70 Utility Stitches ■ Scallop stitching After removing the fabric, use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet. The wave-shaped repeated stitch pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects.
  • Page 71 Utility Stitches ■ Joining Select a stitch. Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a 2-11 2-12 2-13 crazy quilt. Stitch Attach zigzag foot “J”. • For details, refer to “Stitch Chart” on page 45. Sew together the right sides of the two pieces of fabric, Stitch between the straight stitches and pull out the and then open up the seam allowances.
  • Page 72 Utility Stitches ■ Using the twin needle Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the stitching, and then start sewing. With the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different threads. Both upper Lower the needle at the upper-right corner.

  • Page 73: Making Step Stitch Patterns

    Utility Stitches Place the upper thread spool for the needle on the right Select a stitch. side onto the spool pin, and then secure it with the • Refer to “Stitch Chart” on page 45 for stitches that spool cap. use a twin needle.

  • Page 74: Making Adjustments

    Making Adjustments Touch to display editing screen, and then touch Making Adjustments Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as explained below.

  • Page 75: Using The Memory Function

    Using the Memory Function  If the stitch pattern has gaps: Using the Memory Function Touch in the [Fine Adjust Verti.] display.  The displayed value decreases each time the key is touched and the stitch pattern will shorten. Saving stitch patterns You can save stitch patterns that you have customized in the machine's memory or USB flash drive.

  • Page 76: Retrieving Stitch Patterns

    MY CUSTOM STITCH Retrieving stitch patterns MY CUSTOM STITCH Retrieve stitch patterns saved in the machine's memory or ■ Designing a stitch USB flash drive. By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also When retrieving stitch patterns from a USB flash drive, sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH creations insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the...
  • Page 77 MY CUSTOM STITCH ■ MY CUSTOM STITCH screen ■ Entering points Touch 0 9 8 7 1 This area displays the stitch being created. to move to the coordinates of the first 2 Displays the number of the present set point over the total number of points in the stitch.
  • Page 78 MY CUSTOM STITCH Touch to move the section and touch  The section will be moved. ■ Inserting new points Touch to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point. Touch to insert a new point. to move the point.

  • Page 79: Chapter 4 Embroidery

    Embroidering Preparation EMBROIDERY Chapter Attaching the embroidery foot Embroidering Preparation Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. CAUTION Step 9 • Be sure to use the embroidery foot when doing embroidery. Using another presser foot may cause the needle to strike the presser foot. The needle may break, possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 80: Attaching The Embroidery Unit

    Embroidering Preparation While pressing in the lever on embroidery foot “Q” Attaching the embroidery unit with your finger, place the embroidery foot bar above the needle clamp screw. IMPORTANT • Before attaching the embroidery unit, be sure to turn off the machine. Otherwise, the machine may be damaged.
  • Page 81 Embroidering Preparation ■ Removing the embroidery unit Insert the embroidery unit connection into the connection port until it snaps into place. Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Remove the embroidery frame. • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to “Removing the embroidery frame”...

  • Page 82: Embroidering Attractive Finishes

    Embroidering Preparation a dark colored mark on the inside of the bobbin cavity. Embroidering attractive finishes The tension screw on this case can be adjusted if necessary. For details on adjusting thread tension, refer to There are many factors that go into beautiful embroidery. “Adjusting thread tension”...
  • Page 83 Have the right side of the fabric facing up. stabilizer in the embroidery frame, or check with Press the inner frame in from the top of the fabric. your authorized Brother dealer for the correct stabilizer to use. Line up on the inner frame and on outer frame.

  • Page 84: Attaching The Embroidery Frame

    Embroidering Preparation Gently remove the fabric from the frame without Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. loosening the adjustment screw. Line the mark on the fabric up with the base line on the embroidery sheet. Memo • This precautionary step will help reduce pattern distortion while embroidering.
  • Page 85 Embroidering Preparation Press the front mounting bracket onto the pin until it fits Note into place. • Be sure to completely insert both pins. If only one of the pins is inserted, the pattern may not turn out correctly. • Make sure that the notch on the side of the embroidery frame fits firmly under the bend in the lever.

  • Page 86: Embroidering

    ■ Embroidery pattern types 1 Lever Remove the back mounting bracket from the pin. 1 Embroidery patterns 2 Brother “Exclusives” 3 Floral alphabet patterns 4 Character patterns 5 Frame patterns 6 Touch this key to position the embroidery unit for storage.
  • Page 87 Embroidering Select a desired embroidery pattern, and then touch Memo • If [Embroidery Frame Identification View] in the settings screen is set to [ON], the pattern can be • Available frame options are displayed on the screen. edited in the screen as if that embroidery frame is attached.
  • Page 88 Embroidering ■ Selecting character patterns Touch Touch • For details on editing the pattern, refer to “Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)” on page 95. Touch the key of the font you want to embroider. ■ Combining patterns Example: When combining alphabet characters and Touch a tab to display the desired selection screen, and embroidery patterns then type in the text.
  • Page 89 Embroidering ■ Checking the pattern position Change the color of the characters and then touch The embroidery frame moves and shows the pattern position. Watch the frame closely to make sure the pattern will be embroidered in the right place. Touch on the embroidery settings screen.

  • Page 90: Embroidering A Pattern

    Embroidering Lower the presser foot, then press the “Start/Stop” Embroidering a pattern button to start embroidering. After 5-6 stitches, press the “Start/Stop” button again to stop the machine. Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color. Prepare embroidery thread colors as shown on the screen.
  • Page 91 Embroidering ■ If the thread breaks or the bobbin runs out of Cut the excess thread jumps within the color. thread during embroidering ■ Changing the thread color display Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine. You can display the name of the thread colors or embroidery thread number.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Embroidering ■ Upper thread is too tight Adjusting thread tension The bobbin thread will be visible on the right side (top) of the fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread The upper thread tension is changed. tension. 1 Right side (top) of Touch fabric 2 Wrong side (bottom)

  • Page 93: Adjusting The Bobbin Case (With No Color On The Screw)

    Embroidering Adjusting the bobbin case (with no color on IMPORTANT the screw) • When adjusting the bobbin case, be sure to The bobbin case (with no color on the screw) can be adjusted remove the bobbin from the bobbin case. when bobbin tension changes are required to accommodate •...

  • Page 94: Using The Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim)

    Embroidering Using the thread trimming function (Jump Embroidering the appliqué patterns Stitch Trim) When the color embroidering order display shows (APPLIQUE MATERIAL)], The thread trimming function will automatically trim any (APPLIQUE POSITION)] or excess thread jumps within the color. This function is initially (APPLIQUE)], follow the procedure below.

  • Page 95: Using A Frame Pattern To Make An Appliqué

    Embroidering After the appliqué piece is attached, attach the Note embroidery frame to the machine. Thread the machine with the embroidery thread, lower • If the appliqué piece is cut out along the inside of the presser foot lever, and then press the “Start/Stop” the cutting line, it may not be correctly attached to button to embroider the appliqué.

  • Page 96: Split Embroidery Patterns

    Embroidering Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape Reattach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit. as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base fabric from step to create the appliqué. Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape as the appliqué...

  • Page 97: Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)

    Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Press the “Start/Stop” button to embroider the pattern Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing section. Screen) When embroidering is finished, the following screen appears. Touch When a pattern is selected in the pattern selection screen is touched, the pattern editing screen appears. After touching any of the keys to edit the pattern, touch to return to the previous screen.
  • Page 98 Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Display Display Explanation Explanation Key Name Key Name Touch this key to show embroidered Touch this key to change thread density for some alphabet character and frame image. Touch to select Preview key Thread density patterns.

  • Page 99: Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen)

    Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Display Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Explanation Key Name Screen) Touch this key to change the font of the selected characters. Font key Depending on the font that was selected, When is touched in the editing screen, the it may not be possible to change the embroidery settings screen appears.

  • Page 100: Aligning The Pattern And The Needle Position

    Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Aligning the pattern and the needle position Embroidering linked characters Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked needle position characters in a single row when the entire pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame.

  • Page 101: Thread Color Sorting

    Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Touch to cancel the current character patterns. Thread color sorting This function allows you to embroider a combined pattern Select the character patterns for “DEF”, and then while replacing the thread spool a minimal number of times. touch Before starting to embroider, touch in the embroidery...

  • Page 102: Using The Memory Function

    Using the Memory Function Retrieving embroidery patterns Using the Memory Function Retrieve embroidery patterns saved in the machine's memory, or on a USB flash drive, or transferred via wireless network. Saving embroidery patterns When retrieving the embroidery patterns from a USB You can save embroidery patterns that you have customized flash drive, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port in the machine's memory, or on a USB flash drive.
  • Page 103 Using the Memory Function Touch Memo • When saving a retrieved pattern, touch the following keys. 1.Touch 2.Touch the key for the desired destination. : Saves to the machine. : Saves to the USB flash drive. : Temporarily saves to the wireless function pocket.
  • Page 104 Using the Memory Function...

  • Page 105: Chapter 5 Appendix

    If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. 2 Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then Precautions on storing the machine slide it toward you.

  • Page 106: Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning

    Otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break and cause injury. For a new bobbin case, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. • Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly...

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, Brother support website offers the latest ■ Symptom FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at https://s.brother/ cphap/.

  • Page 108: Incorrect Thread Tension

    “Installing the bobbin” on page 23 to according to this procedure, instead of attempting to remove it correct the threading. forcefully, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. <With symptoms 3 and 5 described above> The upper threading is incorrect.
  • Page 109 • Refer to “Cleaning the race” on page 103. Cut out the tangled threads, and then remove the bobbin. If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest Brother authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around the feed dogs.

  • Page 110: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    • If an error occurs, the machine may be CAUTION malfunctioning, so contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service • Do not remove the bobbin winder seat even if center. the thread becomes tangled under the bobbin winder seat.

  • Page 111: List Of Symptoms

    If the reference page is “*”, contact your authorized A glove is worn when the keys are touched. 14, 18 Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service The keys are touched with a fingernail. center. A non-electrostatic touch pen is being used.
  • Page 112 Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Upper threading is incorrect. Fabric puckers. Bobbin is set incorrectly. There is a mistake in the upper or bobbin 21, 25 threading. Presser foot is attached incorrectly. Spool of thread is set incorrectly. Screw of the presser foot holder is loose.
  • Page 113 • If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off removed, consult your authorized Brother dealer the table, the embroidery unit movement will be or the nearest Brother authorized service center. impaired. Support the fabric while embroidering. The handwheel does not turn smoothly.

  • Page 114: Error Messages

    This message is displayed if a malfunction occurs. on again. Turn the machine off, then back on again. If this message continues to appear, please contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. Cannot change the configuration of the characters.
  • Page 115 This USB media cannot be used. This message is displayed when you try to use incompatible media. Please visit our website (https://s.brother/cphap/) for details on the USB media that can be used. This message is displayed when you try to sew with a stitch other than a...

  • Page 116: How Can I Find The Wireless Security Information (Ssid And Network Key)

    If error message [F**] appears in the LCD while the machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. 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.

  • Page 117: Specifications

    Use Design Database Transfer or PE-DESIGN version 11 or later to transfer data from your computer to the machine. For the operating systems compatible with the software, visit our website https://s.brother/cnhkb/. .pmx and .pmu stitch data files can be retrieved; however, when this machine is used to save the file, it is saved as a .pmv stitch data file.

  • Page 118: Updating Your Machine's Software

    Updating Your Machine’s Software The machine’s software can be updated using USB flash drive. When an update program is available on the Brother support website at https://s.brother/cphap/, please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below.

  • Page 119: Index

    Index Index Numerics 1/4" piecing foot ................63 Knee lifter ..................44 Knee lifter mounting slot .............. 44 Adjustable zipper/piping foot ............60 Aligning the position ..............98 L/R Shift ..................39 Appliqué ..............61 Language ..................17 Automatic thread cutting function ..........91 LCD ..................
  • Page 120 Index Stabilizer ..................80 Step stitch patterns ............... 71 Stitch guide foot ................41 Stitch length ................. 39 Stitch width .................. 39 Straight stitch ............... 41 Stretch fabrics ................43 Terms of Use .................. 5 Thick fabrics ................42 Thin fabrics .................. 42 Thread .................
  • Page 124 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. Design Database Transfer is a dedicated Windows application for wirelessly transferring embroidery data from a computer to the machine.

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