Brother Computerized Embroidery Machine operation manual Adjusting the thread tension

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bSelect the pattern you wish to recall.

Switch screens using

(Previous page key)

and (Next page key).

b

a

c

aTotal amount of memory used

bTotal amount of memory space

cNumber of the currently displayed page from the total number of pages

XThe selected pattern is shown in reverse highlighting.

cPress .

To delete the stored pattern, press .

XThe stored pattern is recalled and the embroidery screen appears. You can embroider the recalled pattern.

Note

zCharacters saved from an embroidery card must have the embroidery card inserted in the machine in order to retrieve the memory saved from the embroidery card.

Adjusting the thread tension

If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread and the fabric may be damaged. Before embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check the adjustment of the thread tension, etc.

To adjust the thread tension, press (Settings key).

Press to weaken the thread tension.

Press to tighten the thread tension.

■Correct thread tension

The thread tension is correct when upper thread is just visible on back of the fabric.

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aRight side

bWrong side

■Upper thread is too tight

The lower thread will be visible on the front of the fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread tension.

12

aRight side

bWrong side

■Upper thread is too loose

The upper thread has slack. In this instance, increase the upper thread tension.

12

aRight side

bWrong side

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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