Brother Computerized Embroidery Machine operation manual Embroidering a pattern

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Embroidering a pattern

Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color.

aPrepareon the screen.embroidery thread of the color shown c

a

b

d e

aEmbroidery frames that can be used for embroidering

bCurrent color step/Number of colors in design

cCurrent name of color

dCurrent color part

eNext color part

The thread color number set displayed for the

thread colors can be changed. Press (Settings key), and then change the setting in the settings screen. For details, refer to “LCD (liquid crystal display) operation” (page 50).

†Example: Embroidery thread number selected

2

bSet the embroidery thread, thread the needle, then pass the end of the thread through the embroidery foot hole.

Give the thread a little slack.

Refer to “Threading the upper thread” (page 30) and “Threading the needle” (page 32).

Note

zBefore using the needle threader, be sure to lower the embroidery foot.

CAUTION

If the thread is pulled too tight, the needle may break or bend.

Do not let hands or objects hit the carriage while embroidering. The pattern may misalign.

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Contents Getting Ready Embroidery Appendix Important Safety Instructions For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Contents Appendix Machine Features IntroductionIncluded accessories Accessories75/11 3 needles 90/14 1 needle Optional accessories Following are available as optional accessoriesNames of Machine Parts and Their Functions Front viewNeedle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear viewOperation buttons Start/stop buttonOperation panel Previous page keyPage Installing the bobbin Upper Threading Getting ReadyEmbroidery Step by Step Basic steps for embroidery are as followsBarm Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unitAttaching the Embroidery Unit CTurn on the machinePress , and then press Removing the embroidery unitRemove the embroidery frame CTurn off the machineEmbroidery unit separates from the machine Power supply precautions Turning the Machine On/OffTurning on the machine CUnplug the power supply cord from the electrical outletUnplug the power supply cord from the power supply jack Turning off the machineViewing the LCD LCD Liquid Crystal Display OperationPattern type selection screen Changing the machine settings DetailsTurn on the machine BPresspanel. Settings key on the operationDWhenkey. settings are complete, press Back CPress the item to be setPress Help key on the operation panel Checking machine operating proceduresDPressnext page. Next page key to switch to CPress the item to be displayedWinding the bobbin Winding/Installing the BobbinBobbin precautions BOpen the top coverPlace the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the spool pin GSlide the spool cap onto the spool pinMake sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk Guide slit in bobbin winder seat with built-in cutter Installing the bobbin Slide the bobbin cover latch to the rightGReattach the bobbin cover About the spool of thread Upper ThreadingThreading the upper thread Upper Threading DOpen the top coverThreading the needle CLower the presser foot lever to lower the embroidery foot AThreadguide. the machine to the needle bar thread BLower the presser foot leverReplacing the Needle Needle precautionsChecking the needle Replacing the needle Needle stopper Getting Ready Editing and Saving Patterns Removing the embroidery frame Selecting Embroidery PatternsSold separately Embroidering ResewingFabric Embroidering NeatlyWhat to prepare Stabilizer materialNeedle OtherPreparing the Fabric † When it cannot be ironed or placed in the hoopAttaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Embroidery frame mediumoption Setting the fabric in the embroidery frameEmbroidery frame large Embroidery frame smalloptionCPressfabric.the inner frame in from the top BPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner frame Using embroidery sheetsERemove the embroidery sheet We recommend stabilizer material for all embroidery Attaching the embroidery frame Attaching the Embroidery FrameRaise the presser foot lever Removing the embroidery frame Embroidery pattern types Selecting Embroidery PatternsCopyright information Alphabet patternsLCD liquid crystal display operation Operation keysLCD button Selecting characters † Example WelcomeSelecting an embroidery pattern Embroidery patternsBSelect the frame shape Selecting a frame patternPress the frame pattern CSelect the stitchUsing an embroidery card sold separately Select a patternThread Upper thread EmbroideringEmbroidering attractive finishes Bobbin threadEmbroidering a pattern Prepareon the screen.embroidery thread of the color shown cAfter progressing 5-6 stitches, press CLower the presser foot leverDPress Start/stop button GPress Start/stop button againAppliquéing Select an appliqué patternILower the presser foot lever, and press Start/stop button Editing and Saving Patterns Adjusting the layoutCCheck and adjust the layout After.selecting the embroidery pattern, pressPress Back key to return to the previous screen Storing a pattern Storing patternsDPress Back key to return to the original screen AAfter selecting the pattern to be stored, press Memory keyAdjusting the thread tension Thread runs out partway through a design ResewingRestart the embroidery DPress Stopping while embroideringCPress Embroidery key Turn off the machineKRestart the embroidery Embroidery Appendix Cleaning the race Care and MaintenanceCleaning the machine surface Remove the bobbin caseCare and Maintenance CRaise the presser foot lever Attaching the Embroidery FootAttaching the embroidery Foot Q DHold the embroidery foot with your right hand, as shownAttaching the Embroidery Foot Troubleshooting Not operateTroubleshooting Is tangled orSkipped Carriage or embroidery frame Place objects within the range Error messages Error Message Probable CauseRefer to Error Message Probable Cause Operation beep Adjusting the LCDCPress or DTurn off the machine, then turn it on again Canceling the operation beep Index Settings key English 882-U30 XD1628-051