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Brother 885-V31/V33 operation manual Sewing Basics

Models: 885-V31/V33

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2	SEWING BASICS
	The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter.
	Sewing	48
	Setting the Stitch	57
	Useful Functions	61
	Useful Sewing Tips	65

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Brother 885-V31/V33 operation manual Sewing Basics

885-V31/V33 specifications

The Brother 885-V31/V33 series is a remarkable sewing and embroidery machine designed for users seeking versatility and advanced features. Combining innovative technologies with user-friendly operation, this model caters to both beginners and experienced sewists alike. The 885-V31/V33 model stands out in the market for its exceptional stitching quality, making it a perfect choice for those who value precision and creativity in their projects.

One of the main features of the Brother 885-V31/V33 is its extensive built-in stitch library, which includes a wide variety of decorative, utility, and quilting stitches. With over 100 different stitch options, users can effortlessly customize each project to suit their personal style. The machine also offers an automatic buttonhole feature, allowing for professional-looking buttonholes in various sizes with just a simple touch of a button.

For embroidery enthusiasts, the Brother 885-V31/V33 boasts an impressive embroidery function. It includes several built-in embroidery designs and fonts, enabling users to embellish their textiles with intricate patterns and personalized monograms. The large embroidery area provides ample space for larger designs, while the machine's compatibility with various embroidery software expands design options even further.

This model incorporates advanced technology such as a LCD touchscreen, which offers a clear and intuitive interface for selecting stitches, adjusting settings, and navigating through menu options. The color display enhances visibility, making it easy to view detailed designs and track stitching progress. Another highlight is the automatic needle threader, which makes threading the machine a breeze, saving time and frustration.

Durability is a key characteristic of the Brother 885-V31/V33. Built with high-quality materials, this machine is designed to withstand regular use while maintaining optimal performance. The robust construction ensures stability during operation, leading to flawless stitching results.

In addition, the built-in conveyor system provides smooth fabric handling, enhancing sewing precision. The drop feed dog feature allows for free-motion sewing, ideal for quilters and creative sewists who wish to explore their artistic side. With its user-centered design and comprehensive features, the Brother 885-V31/V33 sewing and embroidery machine is a top choice for anyone looking to elevate their sewing experience and produce stunning, professional-quality projects.

Contents

Product Code 885-V31/V33 Page Introduction Important Safety InstructionsFor repair or adjustment For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta and Cyprus only Contents Stitch Setting Chart Setting the StitchUseful Functions Useful Sewing TipsTroubleshooting Care and MaintenanceEmbroidering Neatly Attaching the Embroidery FootLighting Start/Stop button Machine FeaturesIncluded accessories Accessories27. *2 Following are available as optional accessories Optional accessoriesBobbin clip Front view Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsRight-side/rear view Needle and presser foot sectionStart/stop button Operation buttonsMemory key Operation panelPage Getting Ready Turning the Machine On/Off Power supply precautionsDUnplugjack. the power cord from the power supply CUnplug the power supply cord from the electrical outletTurning on the machine Turning off the machineViewing the LCD LCD Liquid Crystal Display OperationLCD Liquid Crystal Display Operation Changing the machine settingsDWhen settings are complete, press Back key BPresspanel. Settings key on the displayATurn on the sewing machine CPress the item to be setDPressnext page. Next page key to switch to Checking machine operating proceduresBPress Sewing machine help key on the display panel CPress the item to be displayedBobbin precautions Winding/Installing the BobbinWinding the bobbin This model Other modelStart/stop button lights up in orange Winding/Installing the BobbinFor embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk Press Start/stop button once LSlide the sewing speed controller to the rightWhen the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seat Install the bobbin wound with thread Installing the bobbinEWind the bobbin again Actual sizeBe careful not to drop the bobbin Bobbin cover opensBe sure to insert the bobbin correctly Cutter cuts the threadReattach the bobbin cover When pulling up the bobbin thread may be necessaryBInsert the bobbin into the bobbin case CPass the bobbin thread through the slotGetting Ready About the spool of thread Upper ThreadingUpper Threading Information about the spools of thread is described belowATurn on the machine BRaise the presser foot lever Threading the upper threadPresser foot is raised Passshownthebelow.thread through the guides in the order LLower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot Upper threading is finished Such a case, start from m againBThreadeye. the upper thread for the left needle Using the twin needleHTurnstitch.on the sewing machine and select a Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the frontJPress IPressKPress Back key LStart sewingReplacing the Needle Needle precautionsReplacing the Needle Ball point needle gold colored Checking the needleTransparent nylon thread Embroidery needlesBTurn off the sewing machine Replacing the needleDLower the presser foot lever Install the twin needle in the same way Replacing the Presser Foot Presser foot precautionsReplacing the presser foot Replacing the Presser FootPresser foot is attached For details, refer to Replacing the presser foot Removing and attaching the presser foot holderPresser foot is removed from the presser bar Free-arm sewing Sewing Cylindrical PiecesFree-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy ARemove the flat bed attachmentSewing Basics Sewing General sewing procedureSewing Selecting stitchingBAttach the presser foot CTurn on the sewing machineCPlace the fabric under the presser foot Positioning the fabricFabric is now positioned to be sewn Starting to sew Using the operation buttonBPress Start/stop button once DCut the threadsSewing can be started and stopped using the foot controller Using the foot controllerATurn off the sewing machine GCut the threadsFor details, refer to Starting to sew Securing the stitchingMachine starts sewing in the normal sewing direction Machine stops sewingRelease Start/stop button or foot controller Sewing stitches Cutting the threadBRaisefabric.the presser foot lever, then remove Using the thread cutter Adjusting the stitch width Setting the StitchSetting the Stitch Means the setting cannot be adjustedDPress on for stitch width control setting Adjusting stitch width using the sewing speed controllerAConnect the foot controller BAttach zigzag foot JAdjusting the thread tension Adjusting the stitch lengthCorrect thread tension Upper thread is too tightUpper thread is too loose Useful Functions Useful FunctionsATurn on the machine BSelect a stitchBPress the stitch selection Automatically cutting the threadCPress on the screen To turn programmed thread cutting off, pressWithout programmed thread cutting Mirroring stitchesPress on the screen Default stitch length is 2.5 mm Saving stitch settingsCSet the stitch length to 2.0 mm DPress Changed again and is pressed, or ifTrial sewing Useful Sewing TipsChanging the sewing direction Sewing curvesSewing thin fabrics Sewing hook-and-loop fastenerSewing an even seam allowance Sewing stretch fabricsAligning the fabric with a needle plate marking Aligning the fabric with the presser footSewing Basics Utility Stitches Utility stitches Stitch Setting ChartStitch Setting Chart Stitch Name Side cutter is optional Preventing fraying in medium Weight and thin fabrics 5.0 Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot GOvercasting Stitches 4.0Overcasting Stitches Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot JSide cutter is attached Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutterILowersewing.the presser foot lever, and then start HPosition the fabric in the side cutterSeam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn Basting Basic StitchingBasic stitching For details, refer to Adjusting the stitch width FWhen sewing is finished, cut the threadBasic Stitching Changing the needle positionBlind Hem Stitching Sew a blind hem according to the following procedureBlind hem stitching on AReverse the skirt or pantsDFold back the fabric inside along the basting Blind Hem StitchingFAttach blind hem foot R GSelect a stitchNeedle is too far to the left If the needle catches too much of the hem foldIf the needle does not catch the hem fold Needle is too far to the rightButtonhole Stitching Buttonhole StitchingButtonhole sewing CAttach buttonhole foot a Size of the buttonhole is setDSelect a stitch FPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as Adjust the stitch width Adjust the stitch lengthChanging the density of the stitching Changing the stitch widthFeed dogs are lowered Button sewingCAttach button-fitting foot M DSelect stitchDrop feed lever is normally set to the right side Do not press Thread cutter buttonInserting a centered zipper Zipper InsertionJRemove the basting stitching Zipper InsertionWrong side of fabric Mm 1/8 inch Inserting a side zipperZipper Insertion NTopstitch around the zipper Stretch stitching Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic TapeSewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape BSelect stitch 4 orElastic attaching Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingDAttach zigzag foot J ESelect a stitch Appliqué stitchingPiecing Patchwork crazy quilt stitchingSelect stitch 21 or Piecing straight stitch shows a P on the LCDABaste the fabric to be quilted QuiltingWalking foot is attached † Walking foot † Presser foot holder Using the optional quilting guideRefer to Removing and attaching the presser foot holder Free-motion quiltingMake sure that the quilting foot is not slanted Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a stitch 3 orTriple stretch stitching Reinforcement StitchingBar tack stitching Reinforcement StitchingEPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as BAttach buttonhole foot aMemo Select stitch 58 or DarningEPullpossible.down the buttonhole lever as far as Eyelet Stitching CAdjust either the stitch width or the stitch6.0 or Eyelet stitch Belts 15/64Decorative Stitching Decorative StitchingCAttach zigzag foot J FagotingDSelect stitch 32 or ESet the stitch width to 7.0 mm 1/4 inchGAfter sewing is finished, remove the paper Scallop stitchingDTrim along the stitches Be careful not to cut the stitchesCSewinchparallel. stitching at intervals of 1 cm 3/8 SmockingDPull the bobbin threads to create gathers Smooth the gathers by ironing themAFold the fabric along the bias BAttach zigzag foot J Shell tuck stitchingCSelect stitch 20 , and then increase the thread tension Joining AInstall the wing needleHeirloom stitching CSelect stitchDStart sewing Pattern displayed at the top of the screen is mirrored EPress on the LCDDSew along the center of the unfrayed section Embroidery What to prepare Embroidering NeatlyFabric Embroidery thread optionEmbroidering Neatly Embroidery step by stepAttaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot QAttaching the embroidery foot Turn the screwdriver toward the back Attaching the Embroidery FootFHold the embroidery foot Q with your right hand, as shown Set the embroidery foot perpendicularEAttach the presser foot holder Removing the embroidery footAttaching the Embroidery Unit Embroidery unit precautionsAttaching the embroidery unit Attaching the Embroidery UnitDTurn on the sewing machine ARemove the embroidery frame Removing the embroidery unitBPress , and then press CTurn off the sewing machinePreparing the Fabric † When it cannot be ironed or placed in the hoopAttaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Preparing the Fabric Setting the fabric in the embroidery frameEmbroidery frame medium Embroidery frame small optionMedium Option Embroidery sheet large option Embroidery sheetFor details, refer to BPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner frameFor details, refer to Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to attach the embroidery frameAttaching the Embroidery Frame Attaching the embroidery frameAttaching the Embroidery Frame Removing the embroidery frameCopyright information Selecting Embroidery PatternsEmbroidery pattern types LCD liquid crystal display operation † Setting the display while embroideringSelecting Embroidery Patterns Operation keysLCD button Example Selecting alphabet characters 134Press this key again to cancel multi- color Press this key to change the thread settingsExample Selecting an embroidery pattern Specify the characters for embroidery Selecting alphabet charactersSelecting a frame pattern Selecting an embroidery patternAPress Select the patternSelect the stitch Using an embroidery cardCTurn on the sewing machine DPress On the screen ESelect a patternEmbroidering a pattern EmbroideringEmbroidering Prepareon the screen.embroidery thread of the color shown cHPress Start/stop button again EPress Start/stop buttonDisplay will return to the initial screen Cut the excess threadPrepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric AppliquéingASelect an appliqué pattern Applique Material is displayed on the screen142 Editing and Saving Patterns Adjusting the layout and the sizeEditing and Saving Patterns Change position keys Size keyLayout key Rotation keySimply increase the tension slightly to continue sewing Stitching starting point is set to lower left of the design Connecting character patternsEnter DEF and press Press KPress to turn it to APress Start/stop button to stop the sewing machine ResewingThread runs out partway through a design ASet up the upper or bobbin thread PressStopping while embroidering Forward one stitch increases the stitch numberKRestart the embroidery ETurn off the sewing machineSaving patterns Switch screens using Previous page keySelected pattern is shown in reverse highlighting CPressAppendix Cleaning the machine surface Care and MaintenanceCleaning the race FRemove the bobbin caseDo not apply oil to the bobbin case Care and MaintenanceCorrectly install the needle TroubleshootingPresser foot lever is raised Lower the presser foot lever Has a burr on itTroubleshooting Threaded correctly, or the bobbin Upper thread was not Correct the upper threadingAuthorized service center Direction Thread tension is incorrect Adjust the tension of the upperDust has accumulated under Remove the needle plate cover Press the needle position buttonAttached Embroidery unit is not Attach the embroidery unitNo pattern selected Select a pattern Bobbin case, etc., is plugged upWas pushed at a LCD screen other than the sewing LCD screen Error messagesNeedle may break and cause injury Lever is lowered On the LCD was pressed when no card was insertedCutter button was pressed while the presser foot was raised Memory is full and the pattern cannot be savedTroubleshooting An Embroidery Memory Card that may not compatible with your Embroidery key was pressed when the embroidery unit is notMachine has been inserted Certain licensed designs cannot be read by this machineCanceling the operation beep Adjusting the LCDBPresspanel. Setting key in the operation Operation beepDPress OFF for the buzzer Screen for changing the beep setting appearsIndex Index166 10 , 24 Page Page English XE3116-001

SEWING BASICS

Setting the Stitch

Useful Functions

Useful Sewing Tips

885-V31/V33 specifications