Brother Computerized Embroidery Machine operation manual Installing the bobbin

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GETTING READY ————————————————————————————————————————————

Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

CAUTION

●Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

●The bobbin was designed specifically for this machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151).

Actual size

11.5 mm (7/16 inch)

This model

Other model

aSlide the bobbin cover latch to the right.

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aBobbin cover

bLatch

XThe bobbin cover opens.

bRemove the bobbin cover.

cHold the bobbin with your right hand and hold the end of the thread with your left.

dInsert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that the thread unrolls to the left.

• Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly.

CAUTION

●Be sure to install the bobbin so that the thread unwinds in the correct direction, otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

Memo

zThe order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

eLightly hold down the bobbin with your right hand, and then guide the thread as shown with your left hand.

CAUTION

●When installing the bobbin, be sure to hold it down with your finger. If the bobbin is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect.

• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.

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Contents Getting Ready Embroidery Appendix Important Safety Instructions For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Contents Appendix Introduction Machine Features75/11 3 needles 90/14 1 needle AccessoriesIncluded accessories Following are available as optional accessories Optional accessoriesFront view Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsRight-side/rear view Needle and embroidery foot sectionStart/stop button Operation buttonsPrevious page key Operation panelPage Getting Ready Installing the bobbin Upper ThreadingBasic steps for embroidery are as follows Embroidery Step by StepAttaching the Embroidery Unit Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unitBarm CTurn on the machineRemove the embroidery frame Removing the embroidery unitPress , and then press CTurn off the machineEmbroidery unit separates from the machine Turning the Machine On/Off Power supply precautionsUnplug the power supply cord from the power supply jack CUnplug the power supply cord from the electrical outletTurning on the machine Turning off the machinePattern type selection screen LCD Liquid Crystal Display OperationViewing the LCD Details Changing the machine settingsDWhenkey. settings are complete, press Back BPresspanel. Settings key on the operationTurn on the machine CPress the item to be setDPressnext page. Next page key to switch to Checking machine operating proceduresPress Help key on the operation panel CPress the item to be displayedBobbin precautions Winding/Installing the BobbinWinding the bobbin BOpen the top coverGSlide the spool cap onto the spool pin Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the spool pinMake sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk Guide slit in bobbin winder seat with built-in cutter Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right Installing the bobbinGReattach the bobbin cover Threading the upper thread Upper ThreadingAbout the spool of thread DOpen the top cover Upper ThreadingThreading the needle CLower the presser foot lever to lower the embroidery foot BLower the presser foot lever AThreadguide. the machine to the needle bar threadChecking the needle Needle precautionsReplacing the Needle Replacing the needle Needle stopper Getting Ready Sold separately Embroidering Removing the embroidery frame Selecting Embroidery PatternsEditing and Saving Patterns ResewingWhat to prepare Embroidering NeatlyFabric Stabilizer materialOther NeedleAttaching a stabilizer material to the fabric † When it cannot be ironed or placed in the hoopPreparing the Fabric Embroidery frame large Setting the fabric in the embroidery frameEmbroidery frame mediumoption Embroidery frame smalloptionCPressfabric.the inner frame in from the top ERemove the embroidery sheet Using embroidery sheetsBPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner frame We recommend stabilizer material for all embroidery Raise the presser foot lever Attaching the Embroidery FrameAttaching the embroidery frame Removing the embroidery frame Copyright information Selecting Embroidery PatternsEmbroidery pattern types Alphabet patternsOperation keys LCD liquid crystal display operationLCD button † Example Welcome Selecting charactersEmbroidery patterns Selecting an embroidery patternPress the frame pattern Selecting a frame patternBSelect the frame shape CSelect the stitchSelect a pattern Using an embroidery card sold separatelyEmbroidering attractive finishes EmbroideringThread Upper thread Bobbin threadPrepareon the screen.embroidery thread of the color shown c Embroidering a patternDPress Start/stop button CLower the presser foot leverAfter progressing 5-6 stitches, press GPress Start/stop button againSelect an appliqué pattern AppliquéingILower the presser foot lever, and press Start/stop button CCheck and adjust the layout Adjusting the layoutEditing and Saving Patterns After.selecting the embroidery pattern, pressPress Back key to return to the previous screen DPress Back key to return to the original screen Storing patternsStoring a pattern AAfter selecting the pattern to be stored, press Memory keyAdjusting the thread tension Restart the embroidery ResewingThread runs out partway through a design CPress Embroidery key Stopping while embroideringDPress Turn off the machineKRestart the embroidery Embroidery Appendix Cleaning the machine surface Care and MaintenanceCleaning the race Remove the bobbin caseCare and Maintenance Attaching the embroidery Foot Q Attaching the Embroidery FootCRaise the presser foot lever DHold the embroidery foot with your right hand, as shownAttaching the Embroidery Foot Not operate TroubleshootingIs tangled or TroubleshootingSkipped Carriage or embroidery frame Place objects within the range Error Message Probable Cause Error messagesRefer to Error Message Probable Cause CPress or DTurn off the machine, then turn it on again Adjusting the LCDOperation beep Canceling the operation beep Index Settings key English 882-U30 XD1628-051