Brother NC21SE manual

English 882-S94 XE2537-001 Printed in T aiwan Getting Ready Sewing Basics Utility Stitches Character/ Decorative Stitches Embroider y Embroider y Edit My Custom Stitch Appendix Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Operation Manual 882-S94 D6_BrotherE_cover XX K[...]

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i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic safety p recautions sho uld always be taken, includ ing the foll owing: Read all instru ctions before u sing. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric sho ck: 1. The machine should never be left unattende d while plugged in. Always unplug t he machine from the electric al outlet immediat[...]

ii FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machin e is fitted wit h a three-pin non-rewireab le BS plug then please rea d the follow ing. IMPORTANT If the availab le socket outle t is not suitabl e for the plu g supplied w ith this eq uipment, it should be cu t off and an appropriate three-pin p lug fitted. W ith altern ative plugs[...]

iii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) This device com plies with P art 15 of th e FCC Rules. Operati on is subject to the follow ing two con ditions: (1) thi s device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference rec eived, including interference that may cause un[...]

iv CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is the most advanced computerized household embroi dery and sewing ma chine. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, w e suggest that you st udy the manual. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the ne edle while sewing. Do not touch the [...]

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vi WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE Check operations and vie w advice on the large LCD (liquid crystal display). SPECIAL FEA TURES Prepare the bobbin thread with one touch. The automatic thread tension makes trial sewing unnecessary . Automatic threading mak es threading quic k and easy . Utility Stitches Character/Decorative Stitches Chapter 1 Ch[...]

vii HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine for the first time. If you want to sew utility stitches or character/ decorative stitches, read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, then go on to Chapter 3 (Utility Stitches) or Chapter 4 (Character/ Decorat[...]

Contents viii CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAF ETY INSTRUCT IONS ................ .. i WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MAC HINE ..... vi HOW TO US E THIS MANUAL ................ ............ vii NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ............... ............. ............ ............. ...... 1 Machine ......................................................[...]

Contents ix 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Selecting Patterns from USB media/Computer ..................... 154 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ....... ...............1 55 PREPARING THE FABRIC ... ............. ................ ..157 Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (backing) to the Fabric ............ 157 Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ...................... [...]

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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Befo re using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Machine ■ Front View a Top cover Open the top cover to th[...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEI R FUNCTIONS 2 Needle and Presser Foot Section a Presser foot holder The presser foot is attached onto the presser foot holder. b Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitch. c Feed dogs The feed dogs feed [...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 3 Embroidery Unit a Carriage The carriage moves the embroidery fram e automatically when embroidering. b Release button (located under the embroidery unit) Press the release button to remove the embroidery unit. c Feed dog position sw itch Use the feed dog position switch to raise and lower the feed dogs w[...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEI R FUNCTIONS 4 Included Accessories Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. a Storage spa ce b Presser foot storage space c Presser foot storage space Included Accessories 33-36 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case. To open the embroidery unit carrying case, raise the l[...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 1 234567 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 *Included Accessories 33-36 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying cas e. 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored)[...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEI R FUNCTIONS 6 No. P art Name Par t Co d e U.S . A . / Canada Others 1 Buttonhole foot “A” X57789-151 2 Embroider y foot “W” XC8156-451 3 Overcasting f oot “G” XC3098-051 4 Monogramming f oot “N” X53840-351 5 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 6 Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XC3021-051 7 Blind stitch fo[...]

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 7 Options 12 3 45 No. Part Name Par t Co d e U.S . A . / Canada Others 1 Embroider y bobbin thread (White) SA-EBT X81164-001 Embroider y bobbin thread (Black) SAEBT999 XC5520-001 2 Stabilizer material SA519 X81175-101 W ater soluble stabilizer SA520 X81267-001 3 1/4” quilting foot with guide SA185 F057: [...]

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Chapter 1 Getting Ready TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF .................................................... 10 LCD SCREEN........................................................................................ 11 ■ Key Functions ...................... .............. .............. .............. ................. .............. .............. ..... 1[...]

TURNING THE MACHI NE ON/OFF 10 TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF a a a a Insert the power cord into the power cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet. a Main power switch b Power cord b b b b Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the machine. a OFF b ON c c c c Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn off the machine. WARN[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 11 1 LCD SCREEN When switching on the machine, the screen will display the name of the machine. Touch the screen to display the utility stitch. Either “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1- 03 Straight stitch (Middle)” is selected, depending on the setting selected in the setting screen (see page 16). Press a key with[...]

LCD SCREEN 12 ■ Key Functions No. Display Key Na me Explanation Pa g e a Utility stitch ke y Press this ke y to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, b lind hem stitch, or other stitches commonly used in gar ment constr uction. 59 b Character/Decorativ e stitch ke y Press this ke y to select character or decorative stitch patter ns[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 13 1 No. Display Key Na me Explanation Pag e i Automatic reinforcement stitch key Press this ke y to use the automatic reinforcement stitching (re verse stitching) setting. If you select this setting before se wing, the machine will automatically sew reinf orcement stitches at the beginning and end of sewing (depending on t[...]

LCD SCREEN 14 Screens Operations Performed Using a USB Mouse If a USB mouse (sold separately by computer retailers) is connected to the sewing machine, the mouse can be used to perform operations in the screens. In addition, a USB hub can be connected so t hat USB media and a USB mouse can be used at th e same time. a USB port connector for media b[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 15 1 ■ Changing pages Rotate the m ouse wheel to switch through the tabs of the patter n selectio n screens. Memo • If for additional pages is displayed , rotate the m ouse whee l to display the next page. In the or , click the left mouse button with the point er on or to move down to the next part of a page.[...]

LCD SCREEN 16 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.) Press , or to display the different settings screens. Sewing settings a Select whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the zigzag width (see page 82). b Make adjustments to cha[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 17 1 General settings a Change the brightness of the LCD (see page 19). b Select the needl e stop position (the ne edle positi on when the machine is not operating) to b e up or down. Sele ct the down position when using the pivot key. c Turn the buzzer ON/OFF. d Turn the Needle Area and Work Area Lights ON/OFF. e Turn the [...]

LCD SCREEN 18 Embroidery settings a Select from among 10 emb roidery frame displays (see page 178). b Change the thread color display on the embroidery screen; thread numbe r, color name or each time to embroider (see page 176). c When the thread number #123 is selected, select among six thread bran ds (see page 176). d Adjust the maximum embroider[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 19 1 ■ Adjusting Screen Brightness a a a a Press . → The Sewing settings screen appears. b b b b Press . → The General settings screen appears. c c c c On the BRIGHTNESS OF LCD display, use and to adjust the screen brightness. * Press to make the screen darker. * Press to make the screen lighter. a Brightness of LCD d[...]

LCD SCREEN 20 ■ Choosing the Display Language a a a a Press . → The Sewing settings screen appears. b b b b Press . → The General settings screen appears. c c c c Use and to choose the display language. * Choose from the foll owing languages: [ENGLISH], [GERMAN], [FRENCH], [ITALIAN], [DUTCH], [SPANISH], [DANISH], [FINNISH], [SWEDISH], [PORTUG[...]

LCD SCREEN Getting Ready 21 1 Using the Machine Operation Mode Key Press to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to see more information about that category. displays inf ormation about the main par ts of the machine and their functions. This is the first screen display ed when you press . [...]

LCD SCREEN 22 Example: Displaying information about upper threading a a a a Press . b b b b Press . → The lower half of the screen will change. c c c c Press (upper threading). → The screen shows instructions for threading the machine. d d d d Read the instructions. * Press to see a video of the displayed instructions. * Press to view the next [...]

LOWER THREADING Getting Ready 23 1 LOWER THREADING Winding the Bobbin Press → → → in that order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD (see page 22). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin With this machine, you can wi nd the bobbin during sewing. While usin g the main[...]

LOWER THREADING 24 e e e e With your right hand, hold the thread near the thread spool. With your left hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to pass the thread through the thread guide. a Thread guide f f f f Pass the thread under the pin, and pass the thread around the pretension disk making sure that the thread is under the pretens[...]

LOWER THREADING Getting Ready 25 1 i i i i Set the bobbin holder to the left, until it clicks into place. a Bobbin holder (switch) → The bobbin starts winding automatically and stops rotating when it is done winding. T he bobbin holder will return to the original position. j j j j Cut the thread with the cutter and remove the bobbin. ■ Using th[...]

LOWER THREADING 26 d d d d Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its original position. e e e e Holding the thread with your hands, slide the thread into the grooves on the thread guide plate. a Thread guide plate f f f f Pass the thread through the thread guide. a Thread guide g g g g Pass the threa[...]

LOWER THREADING Getting Ready 27 1 b b b b Slide the bobbin cover latc h to the right. a Bobbin cover b Latch → The bobbin cover opens. c c c c Remove the bobbin cover. d d d d Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold the end of the thread with your left hand. e e e e Set the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the thread unwinds to the left. [...]

LOWER THREADING 28 Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread There may be some sewing applications where you want to pull up the bobbin thread; for example, when making gathers, darts, or doing free motion quilting or embroidery. a a a a Guide the bobbin th read through the groove, following the arrow in the illustration. * Do not cut t he thread with the cutte[...]

UPPER THREADING Getting Ready 29 1 UPPER THREADING Threading Using the “ Automatic Threading ” Button Press → → → in that order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 22). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. a a a a Turn the main power to ON. b b b b Press the “ Needle Position ” butto[...]

UPPER THREADING 30 e e e e Holding the thread with your hands, slide the thread into the grooves on the thread guide plate. a Thread guide plate f f f f While holding the thread in your right hand, pass the thread through the thread guide in the directi on indicated. g g g g When finished pulling the thread thro ugh the thread guide, cut the thread[...]

UPPER THREADING Getting Ready 31 1 Threading Manually Automatic threading cannot be used when using the wing needle, the twin needle, or special thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker. In these cases, thread the needle as described below. a a a a Turn the main power to ON. b b b b Turn the handwheel so that the line on the machine is aligned [...]

UPPER THREADING 32 d d d d Raise the presser foot lever. e e e e Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the front of the spool. a Spool pin b Spool cap c Thread spool f f f f Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible, then return the spool pin to its origina[...]

UPPER THREADING Getting Ready 33 1 j j j j Pull the thread up along the left side of the thread path guide to the top left corner of the threading path cover. a Top left corner b Threading path cover k k k k Pull the thread down to the needle bar along the left side of the thread path guide. * Make sure the thread is hook ed at the top corner and p[...]

UPPER THREADING 34 Using the Twin Needle Mode The twin needle can only be used for patterns that show after being selected. Before you select a stitch pattern, make sure the stitch can be sewn in the twin needle mode (refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual). a a a a Press and install the twin needle (see “ CHANGING THE [...]

UPPER THREADING Getting Ready 35 1 e e e e Place the additional sp ool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that the thread unwinds from the front. Then push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool. a Spool pin b Spool cap c Thread spool f f f f Hold the thread from the spool with both hands, and place [...]

UPPER THREADING 36 j j j j Select a stitch pattern. (Example: ) * Refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual for proper stitch to use w ith presser foot “J”. → The Selected stitch is displayed. k k k k Press to select the twin needle mode. a Single needle/twin needle setting → appears. l l l l Start sewing. Sample of [...]

CHANGING THE PRE SSER FOOT Getting Ready 37 1 CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Removing the Presser Foot a a a a Press the “ Needle Position ” button to raise the needle. b b b b Press . * If “OK to automatica lly lower the presser foot?” appears on the LCD screen, press OK to continue. → The entire screen becomes white , and all keys and operat[...]

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT 38 Attaching the Walking Foot The walking foot holds the fabric between the presser foot and the feed dogs to feed the fabric. This enables you to have better fabric control when sewing difficult fabrics (such as quilting or velvet) or fabrics that slip easily (such as vinyl cloth, leather, or synthetic leather). a a a a F[...]

CHANGING THE NEEDLE Getting Ready 39 1 CHANGING THE NEEDLE a a a a Press the “ Needle Position ” button to raise the needle. b b b b Press . * If “OK to automatica lly lower the presser foot?” appears on the LCD screen, press OK to continue. → The entire screen becomes white , and all keys and operation buttons are locked. c c c c Use the[...]

CHANGING THE NEEDLE 40 d d d d With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle stopper (viewing window) in the needle clamp. Use a screwdriver to securely tighten the needle clamp screw. a Needle stopper b Hole for setting the needle c Flat side of needl e e e e e Press to unlock all keys[...]

CHANGING THE NEEDLE Getting Ready 41 1 ■ About the Needle The sewing machine needle is probably th e most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the prop er needle for your sewing proj ect will resul t in a beautiful finish and fewe r problems. Be low are some thin gs to keep in mind about needles. • The smaller the needle num ber, the [...]

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Chapter 2 Sewing Basics SEWING .............................................................................................. 44 Sewing a Stitch .............. ................ ............. ................ ............. ................ ............. ... 44 ■ Using the Foot Controller ............ .............. ................. ..............[...]

SEWING 44 SEWING Sewing a Stitch a a a a Turn the main power to ON, and push the “ Needle Position ” button to raise the needle. b b b b Press the key of the stitch you want to sew. → The symbol of the correct presser foot will be displayed in the upper left cor ner of the LCD. c c c c Install the presser foot (see “ CHANGING THE PRESSER FO[...]

SEWING Sewing Basics 45 2 g g g g Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to start sewing. * Guide the fabric lightly by hand. h h h h Press the “ Start/Stop ” button again to stop sewing. i i i i Press the “ Thread Cutter ” button to trim the threads. → The needle will return to the up position automatically. j j j j When the needle has stop[...]

SEWING 46 b b b b Slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing. c c c c Release the foot controller to stop the machine. Sewing Reinforcement Stitches Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches manual[...]

SEWING Sewing Basics 47 2 Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics The sewing machine can sew fabrics up to 6 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam causes sewing t o occur at an angle, help guide the fabric by hand and sew on the downward slope. ■ If the Fabric does not Fit under the Presser Foot If the presser fo ot is in the up position, an[...]

SEWING 48 Sewing Lightweight Fabrics Place thin paper or tear away embroidery stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier. Gently tear off the paper or the stabilizer after sewing. a Thin paper Sewing Stretch Fabrics First, baste together the pieces of fabric, and then sew without stretching the fabric. In addition, a better result can be a[...]

STITCH SETT INGS Sewing Basics 49 2 STITCH SETTINGS When you select a stitch, your machine automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension. However, if needed, you can change any of the individual settings. Setting the Stitch Width Follow the steps below when you want to change the zigzag stitch pattern w[...]

STITCH SETTINGS 50 Example: Press to shorten the stitch leng th. → The value in the display gets sma ller. Press to lengthen the stitch length. → The value in the display gets bigger. Setting the Thread Tension You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used. Follow the steps below to make an y necessary[...]

USEFUL FUNCTIONS Sewing Basics 51 2 USEFUL FUNCTIONS Automatic Reinforcement Stitching After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing. a a a [...]

USEFUL FUNCTIONS 52 Automatic Thread Cutting After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing, and trim the threads at the end of sewing. This function [...]

USEFUL FUNCTIONS Sewing Basics 53 2 ■ Using the Knee Lifter Using the knee lifter, you c an raise and l ower the presser foot with your knee, leavi ng both hands free to handle th e fabric. a a a a Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the notches in the jack , and then insert the knee lifter as far as possible. b b b b Use your knee to move the[...]

USEFUL FUNCTIONS 54 a a a a Select a stitch. b b b b Press to select the pivot setting. → The key appears as . c c c c Place the fabric under the presser foot with the needle at the starting point of the stitching, and then press the “ Start/Stop ” button. The machine will begin sewing. d d d d Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to stop the [...]

USEFUL FUNCTIONS Sewing Basics 55 2 Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure) The thickness of the fabric is automatical ly detected and the presser foot pressure is automatically adjusted with an internal sensor while sewing, so your fabric is fed smoothly. The fabric sensor system works continuously whil e sewing. This func[...]

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Chapter 3 Utility Stitches SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ...................... 58 ■ Stitch Selection Screens....... ....................... ........................ ...... 58 Selecting a Stitch ................ .......... ............. ........... ............ 59 ■ Using the Mirror Image Key ......... ........................ ....................[...]

SELECTING UTILI TY STITCHES 58 SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 5 categor ies of Utility Stitc hes. indicates that th ere is more than one stit ch selection screen for that category. Straight/Overcasting/Quilting Stitches Decorative Stitches Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-d irectional Sewing[...]

SELECTING UTI LITY STITCHES Utility Stitches 59 3 Selecting a Stitch a a a a Turn the main power to ON. → Either “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight stitch (Middle)” is selected, depending on the setting selected in the setting screen. b b b b Use to select the category you want. * Press to view this screen if another screen d[...]

SELECTING UTILI TY STITCHES 60 b b b b Press to change the thread color of the stitch on the scre en. * Press to display an enlarged image of the stitch. a Stitch screen c c c c Press to go back to the original screen. Saving Your Stitch Settings The settings for the zigzag stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutti ng, aut[...]

SELECTING UTI LITY STITCHES Utility Stitches 61 3 c c c c Press . → The settings are saved and the orig inal screen automatically appears. ■ Retrieving Saved Settings a a a a Select a stitc h. b b b b Press . c c c c Press the numbered key of the settings to b e retrieved. * Press to return to the original screen without retrieving settings. a [...]

SELECTING UTILI TY STITCHES 62 Example: Displaying information about overcasting a a a a Press . → The advice screen is displayed. b b b b Press . * Press to r eturn to the original screen. → The upper part of the screen displays a selection of overcasting stitches with explanations. c c c c Read the explanations and select the appropriate stit[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 63 3 SEWING THE STITCHES Straight Stitches Stitch Stitch name Presser foo t Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Tw i n needle Au to . Manual Au t o . Manual Straight stitch (Left) General sewing, gather , pintuck, etc. Rev erse stitch is sewn while pressing “ Rev erse/ Reinforcem[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 64 a a a a Select a stitch. b b b b Attach presser foot “ J ” . * Attach presser foot “N” when you se lect . c c c c Hold the thread tails and fabric with your left hand, and turn the handwheel with your right hand to insert the needle into the fabric. a Sewing start position d d d d Lower the presser foot, and hold the[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 65 3 ■ Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only) When you sele ct left or midd le needle p osition stitches, you can use and i n the stitch width display to change th e position o f the needle. Match the distance from the right edge of the presser foot to the needle wit h the[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 66 a a a a Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot and turn the main power to OFF. b b b b Remove the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit if either are attached. c c c c Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide i t toward you. a Needle plate cover d d d d Grasp the bobbin ca[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 67 3 ■ Basting a a a a Select and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Press the “ Reverse/Reinforcement Stitc h ” button to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue sewing. c c c c Sew while keeping the fabric straight. d d d d End the basting with reinforcement sti tches. Dart Seam a a a a Select an[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 68 e e e e Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat. Gathering Use on waists of skirts, sleeves of shirts, etc. a a a a Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and the thread tension to approximately 2.0 (weaker tension). * If you press after p[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 69 3 Flat Fell Seam Use for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly. a a a a Select and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Sew the finish line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side on which the flat fell seam will lie. * When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitch[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 70 c c c c Select and attach presser foot “ I ” . d d d d Sew a straight stitch along the fold. * When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitching are preset, reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the beginning of sewing. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew a rein[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 71 3 Zigzag Stitches Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, appliqué, patchwork, and many other ap plications. Select a stitch, and attach presser foot “J”. If the stitch which you select has a double mark “ ” at the top of the key display, you can sew reverse stitches by holding the “Reverse/Re[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 72 ■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) Turn back the desire d width of fabric and pos ition it over the lower fabric, then sew so that th e stitch bridges bo th pieces of f abric. ■ Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch) Shorten the stitch lengt h setting to obtain a fine stitch. Sew sl owly, keepin g the seams para llel with the [...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 73 3 Elastic Zigzag Stitches Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wide variety of other uses. a a a a Select a stitch. b b b b Attach presser foot “ J ” . ■ Tape Attaching Stretch the ta pe flat. Wh ile stretchi ng the tape fl at, sew the ta pe to the fab ric. a Tape [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 74 Overcasting Use for the beginning and end of seams in skirts or trousers, and the begi nning and end of all cuttings. Use presser foot “G”, presser foot “J”, or the si de cutter attachment depending on the kind of o vercasting stitch you select. ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “ G ” a a a a Select a stitch and[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 75 3 ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “ J ” a a a a Select a stitch and atta ch presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Sew with the needle dropping slightly off the edge of the fabric. a Needle drop position Stitch Stitch name Presser foo t Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Tw i [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 76 ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, you can do overcasti ng while cutting the fabric. a a a a Select a stitch. b b b b Follow the steps on page 37 to remove the presser foot. c c c c Position the fork on the side cutter ’ s operating lever onto the needle clamp screw. a Needle clam p screw b Ope[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 77 3 d d d d Position the side cutter so that the side cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the presser foot holder, and then lower the presser foot. a Notch in presser foot holder b Pin → The side cutter is attached. e e e e Make a cut of approximately 20 mm (approx. 3/4 inch) in the fabric. a 20 mm (appr[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 78 ■ When Sewing Straight Stitches While Using the Side Cutter The seam margin should be approximat ely 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch). a Seam margin Memo • The fabric will not be cut if the whole fabric is simply spread out under neath the presser foot guide p late. Set the f abric as explained in step f from the previous sect i[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 79 3 Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find it convenient to use the knee lifter and foot controller to free your hands for other tasks (see “Using the Foot Controller” on page 45 and /or see “Using the Knee Lifter” on page 53). If[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 80 ■ Piecing Sewing two p ieces of fabri c together is ca lled piecing. W hen cutting pieces for q uilt bloc ks, make sure the sea m allowance is 6.5 mm (appro x. 1/4 inch). a a a a Select or and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Align the edge of the fabric with the edge of the presser foot, and start sewing. * To sew [...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 81 3 ■ Appliqu é a a a a Trace the pattern onto the appliqu é fabric and then cut around it, leaving a 3 to 5 mm (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) seam allowance. a Seam allowance: 3 to 5 mm (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) b b b b Place a piece of thick paper cut to the finished size of the appliqu é design onto the f[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 82 ■ Quilting with Satin Stitches Use the foot controller to se w with satin stitches. If you set the spe ed control slid e to control th e stitch width, you can make subt le changes in t he stitch width during sewing. a a a a Attach the foot controller (see page 45). b b b b Select and attach presser foot “ J ” . c c c c[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 83 3 ■ Free-motion Quilting With free-moti on quilting, the fee d dogs can be lowered (using t he feed do g position sw itch) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. For free-motio n quilting, use free- motion quilti ng foot “C” or fre e-motion open t oe quilting foot “O” depending o [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 84 b b b b Press to set the machine to free- motion sewing mode. → The key appears as , and the quilting foot is raised to the necessary height for free-motion sewing. c c c c Select any of the following stitches. → Free-motion quilting foot “C” is in dicated in the upper-left corner of the screen. d d d d Remove the pr[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 85 3 g g g g Lower the feed dog position switch, located at the rear of the base of the machine, to . a Rear of machine b Feed dog position switch (as seen from the rear of the machine) c Up d Down h h h h Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to sew u[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 86 a a a a Press to set the machine to free- motion sewing mode. → The key appears as , and the quilting foot is raised to the necessary height for free-motion sewing. b b b b Select a stitch. c c c c Remove the presser foot holder (see page 38). d d d d Attach free-motion open toe quilting foot “ O ” by positioning the p[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 87 3 Free-motion echo quilting foot “E” measurement a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) b 9.5 mm (approx. 3/8 inch) a a a a Press to set the machine to free- motion sewing mode. → The key appears as , and the quilting foot is raised to the necessary height for free-motion sewing. b b b b Select . c c c c Follow t[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 88 f f f f Tighten the screw with the included screwdriver. g g g g Using the measurem ent on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif. a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) Finished project h h h h Press to cancel the free-motion sewing mode. CAUTION • Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the included screwdriver. Oth[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 89 3 Blind Hem Stitches Select from these stitches to sew the hems or cuf fs of dresses, blouses, pants, or skirts. a a a a Select a stitc h. b b b b Place the fabric wrong side up, and fold and baste the fabric. a 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) b Basting stitches c c c c Fold the fabric again. a 5 mm (approx. 3/16 i[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 90 f f f f Remove the basting stitches an d turn the fabric over. a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric ■ If the Needle does not Catch the Fold Adjust the width so that th e needle slight ly catches the fold by pressing in the width d isplay. ■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of the Fold Adjust the width so that th e[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 91 3 ■ Sewing Sharp Curves Stop the mac hine with th e needle i n the fabric outside the appliqu é. Raise the presser foo t and turn the fabric a l ittle bit at a time while sew ing for an attractive fini sh to the seam. Shelltuck Stitches Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of shells along the [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 92 Scallop Stitches This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem accent. a a a a Select . b b b b Attach presser foot “ N ” . Sew scallop stitches along the edge of the fabric. * Do not sew directly on the edge of the[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 93 3 Smocking Stitches Use smocking stitches for decorative sewing on clothes, etc. a a a a Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b b Set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) and loosen the up per thread tension to approximately 2.0 (See pages 49 through 50). c c c c Pull t[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 94 c c c c Attach presser foot “ J ” . Align the center of the presser foot with the middle of the space between the f abrics and begin sewing. a Basting stitches d d d d When sewing is finished, gently tear the paper away. Tape or Elastic Attaching a a a a Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “ J ” . b b b [...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 95 3 Heirloom ■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) Use for sewing tablecloths, decorative h ems, and decorative stitc hing on shir t fronts. a a a a Insert a type 130/705H, size 100/16 Wing needle. b b b b Select a stitch and atta ch presser foot “ N ” . * Select any stitch between 3-01 and 3-25. c c c c Sta[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 96 d d d d Press to create a mirror image of the stitch. e e e e Sew the opposite side to k eep the stitch symmetrical. ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2)) a a a a Pull out several threads from both sides o f the 4 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) area which are not yet open. * Pull out four threads, leave five threads, and then pull o[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 97 3 One-step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonhol es appropriate to the size of you r button. Stitch Stitch name Presser foo t Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Tw i n needle Au to . Manual Au t o . Manual Narro w r ounded buttonhole Buttonhole on light [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 98 One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foo t to the back, as shown below. a Reinforcement stitching a a a a Select a buttonhole stitch, and attach buttonhole foot “ A ” . b b b b Mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric. c c c c Pull out the button holder plate on the presser foot[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 99 3 d d d d Align the presser foot with the mark on the fabric, and lower the presser foot. a Mark on the fabri c b Marks on the presser foot e e e e Lower the buttonhole lever so that it i s positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. a Buttonhole lever a Metal bracket f f f f Gently hold the [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 100 ■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics When sewing on stretch fab ric with or , sew the buttonhole st itches over a g imp thread. a a a a Hook the gimp thread onto the back of presser foot “ A ” . Insert the ends into the grooves at the front of the presser foot, and then temporarily tie them there. a Upper thread b b b b Lower the[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 101 3 Four-step Buttonholes You can sew 4-step buttonholes using the following 4 sti tches together. You can sew any desired length for the buttonhole when using 4-step buttonholes. 4-step b uttonholes are a good option when attaching oversize buttons. Four-step buttonholes are sewn as shown below. a a a a Mark[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 102 c c c c Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to start sewing. d d d d Sew the desired length for the buttonhole and press the “ Start/Stop ” button again. e e e e Select stitch to sew the bar tack and press the “ Start/Stop ” button. → The machine will automatically stop after sewing the bar tack. f f f f Select st[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 103 3 ■ Darning Use darning stitches for mending and other applications. Darning is pe rformed by sewing fr om the fron t of the pre sser foot to th e back as shown below. a Reinforcement stitches a a a a Select a stitch, and attach buttonhole foot “ A ” . b b b b Set the scale to the desired length of th[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 104 d d d d Lower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. a Buttonhole lever a Metal bracket e e e e Gently hold the end of the upper thread, and then press the “ Start/Stop ” button to start the machine. → Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews rein[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 105 3 Bar Tacks Use bar tacks to reinforce areas that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners. a a a a Select . b b b b Attach buttonhole foot “ A ” and set the scale to the length of the bar tack you wish to sew. a Presser foot scale b Completed length measur ement c 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) c c [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 106 e e e e Lower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. a Metal bracket f f f f Gently hold the end of the upper thread and begin sewing. → When sewing is completed, the mac hine will sew reinforcement stitches and stop automatically. ■ Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics Plac[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 107 3 Button Sewing Buttons can be sewn on using the machine. Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached. a a a a Select . b b b b Raise the presser foot and detach the flat bed table attachment. c c c c Lower the feed dog position switch to to lower the f eed dogs. a Feed dog position switch d d d d Attach butt[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 108 ■ Attaching 4 Hole Buttons Sew the two hole s closest to you. Then raise the presser foot and m ove the fabric so that the needl e goes into the next two ho les, and sew them in the same way. ■ Attaching a Shank to the Button a a a a Pull the shank lever towa rd you before sewing. a Shank lever b b b b Pull the two ends[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 109 3 Eyelet Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications. a a a a Select or . b b b b Use in either the stitch width display or the stitch length display to choose the size of the eyelet. a Large 7 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) b Medium 6 mm (approx. 15/64 inch) c Small 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch)[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 110 Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) Use these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to pant legs, shirt sleeves, etc. a a a a Remove the flat bed atta chment to create the free arm function. b b b b Select and attach monogramming foot “ N ” . c c c c Set the needle in the fabric at the se[...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 111 3 Zipper Insertion ■ Centered Zipper Use for bags and other such ap plications. a a a a Select . b b b b Attach presser foot “ J ” and sew straight stitches up to the zipper op ening. Change to a basting stitch (see page 67) and sew to the top of the fabric. a Basting stitches b Reverse stitches c End[...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 112 ■ Inserting a Side Zipper Use for side zippers in skirts or dresses. a a a a Select . b b b b Attach presser foot “ J ” and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top of the fabric. a Reverse stitches b Wrong side of fabric c Basting stitches d End of zipper openi ng [...]

SEWING THE STITCHE S Utility Stitches 113 3 f f f f Set the presser foot in the 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) margin. g g g g Starting from the end of the zipper opening, sew to a point about 50 mm (approx. 2 inches) from the edge of the fabric, then stop the machine. h h h h Pull down the zipper slider, then continue sewing to the edge of the fabric. a [...]

SEWING THE STITCH ES 114[...]

Chapter 4 Character/ Decorative Stitches SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS................ .............. .............. .............. .............. ................. ...... 116 ■ Stitch Selectio n Screens ... ............. ........... ............. .......... ............. ............. ........... ............. ... ........ ............. ........ ...[...]

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS 116 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Press to display the screen below. a Decorative stitch patterns b 7mm decorative stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width. c Satin stitch patterns d 7mm satin stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width. e Cross stitch f Utility decorative stitch patterns g Alphabet charac[...]

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 117 4 ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 9 categories of Charact er/Decorative stitch patterns. indicates that there is more t han one stitch selec tion screen for tha t category. Decorative Stitch Patterns 7mm Decorative Stitch Patte rns Satin Stitch Patterns 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns C[...]

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS 118 Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/ 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/ Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns a a a a Select the category of the patte rn you want to sew. b b b b Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew. * Press to view the next page. *[...]

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 119 4 ■ Deleting Characters a a a a Press to delete the last characte r. b b b b Select the correct charac ter. Memo Characters ar e deleted individu ally starting with the last characte r entered.[...]

SEWING STITCH PAT TERNS 120 SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Sewing Attractive Finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the proper fabric/needle/thread combinations. Basic Sewing a a a a Select a stitch pattern. b b b b Attach monogramming foot “ N ” . c c c c Place the fabric under the p[...]

SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 121 4 e e e e Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to stop sewing. f f f f Press the “ Reverse/Reinforcement Stitc h ” button to sew reinforcement stitches. Making Adjustments Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer mate[...]

SEWING STITCH PAT TERNS 122 d d d d Press , and then adjust the pattern with the FINE ADJUST VERTI. or HORIZ. displays. * If the pattern is bunched: Press in the FINE ADJUST VERTI. display. → The displayed value increases each time the button is pressed and the pattern wi ll lengthen. * If the pattern has gaps: Press in the FINE ADJUST VERTI. dis[...]

EDITING S TITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 123 4 EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Key Functions You can create just the finish you want using the edi ting functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Note • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch pattern s. Only the functions f or the displayed k[...]

EDITING ST ITCH PATTERNS 124 Changing the Size Select a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be sewn in the size highlighted on the key. Actual Stitch Pattern Size i Single/Repeat sewing key Press this ke y to choose single stitch es or continuous stitches. 125 j Elongation ke y When 7mm satin[...]

EDITING S TITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 125 4 Changing the Length (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) When stitch patterns are selected, press to choose from 5 automatic length settings, without changing the stitch zigzag width or stitch length settings. Creating a Vertical Mirror Image To create a vert ical mirror image, select a[...]

EDITING ST ITCH PATTERNS 126 Changing Thread Density (for Satin Stitch Patterns Only) After selecting the pattern, press to select your preferred thread density. Returning to the Beginning of the Pattern When sewing character/decorative stitches, you can return to the beginning of the pattern after trial sewing or when the stitching is sewn incorre[...]

EDITING S TITCH PATTERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 127 4 b b b b Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to continue sewing. Checking the Image You can display an approximate size image of the selected stit ch pattern. You can also chec k and change the colors of the image on the screen. a a a a Press . → An image of the selected pattern is dis[...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS 128 COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches, satin stitches, or stitches you design with MY CUSTOM STITCH function (see chapter 7 for i nformation about MY CUSTOM STITCH). You can also combine stitch patterns of different sizes, mirror image s[...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 129 4 c c c c Press . → The display returns to the stitch selection screen. d d d d Press . e e e e Select . f f f f Press to sew the pattern continuously. * Press to view the completed pattern (see page 127). g g g g Press . Memo Patterns are delet ed individually start ing with the last[...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS 130 Combining Large and Small Stitch Patterns Example: a a a a Press . → The large size stitch will be selected. b b b b Press again, then press to select the small size. → The pattern is displayed in a smaller size. c c c c Press to sew continuously. → The entered pattern is repeated. Combining Horizontal Mirror Im[...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 131 4 a a a a Press . b b b b Press again, then press . → The pattern is flipped along a vertical axis. c c c c Press . → The entered pattern is repeated. Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Length Example: a a a a Press , then press once. → The length of the image is set to . b b [...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS 132 c c c c Press . → The entered pattern is repeated. Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) You can use the keys with 7mm satin stitch patterns to create a step effect. Stitch patterns sewn so that they create a step effect are called step stitch patterns. * Press to move the stitch pattern a[...]

COMBINING STITCH PAT TERNS Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 133 4 d d d d Press . → The next stitch pattern will move to the lef t. e e e e Press . → The entered pattern is repeated. ■ More Examples Press → → → → . Press → → → → → → → → . Press → → → . Press → → → → → → → → .[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 134 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Stitch Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using stitch data other than that created and saved in this machine. ■ Types of Stitch Data that can be Used • In the Characte r/Decorative S titch memory, only .pmu st itch data files can be used w ith this machi ne. Using da[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 135 4 ■ Trademarks • Secure Digital (SD) Card is a re gistered trademark or a trademark of SD Card Association. • CompactFlash is a registered trademark or a trademark of S andisk Corporation. • Memory Stick is a registered trademark or a trademark of S ony Corporation. • Smart Me[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 136 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine ’ s Memory You can save often-used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory . The machine’s memor y can hold up to 20 stitch patterns. a a a a Press . b b b b Press . * Press to return to the original screen without saving. → The “Saving” screen is displayed. When the p[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 137 4 b b b b Choose a stitch pattern to delete. * Press so the pattern saved in tha t pocket appears. * Press if you decide not to delete the stitch pattern. a Pockets holding saved stitch patterns c c c c Press . → A confirmation message appears. d d d d Press . * If you decide not to d[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 138 Saving Stitch Patterns to USB Media (Commercially Available) When sending stitch patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s USB port. Depending on the type of USB media being used, either directly plug the USB device into the machine’s USB port or plug the USB Card Writer/Reader [...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 139 4 Saving Stitch Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB ca ble, the sewing machine can be connected to your computer, and the stitch patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved on your computer. a a a a Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB port conn e[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 140 d d d d Select the stitch pattern ’ s .pmu file and copy the file to the computer. Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine ’ s Memory a a a a Press . → The pocket selection screen appears. b b b b Choose a stitch pattern to retrieve. * Press so the pattern saved in that pocket appears. If the entire saved st[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Character/Deco rative Stitc hes 141 4 Recalling from USB Media You can recall a specific stitch pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB media. If the stitch pattern is in a folder, check each folder to find the stitch pattern. a a a a Insert the USB Media into the USB port connector on the machine (see[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 142 Recalling from the Computer a a a a Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB connectors for the computer and for the ma chine (see page 139). b b b b On the computer, open “ My Computer ” then go to “ Removable Disk ” . c c c c Move/copy the pattern data to “ Removable Disk ” . → Stitch pa[...]

Chapter 5 Embroidery BEFORE EMBROI DERING ........... .............. ... 144 Embroider y Step by St ep .......... ............. .......... .............. .. 144 Attaching Embroidery Foot “ W ” ........... .......... .............. .. 145 Attaching t he Embroi dery Uni t ................ .......... ............. 14 6 ■ About the Embroidery Uni[...]

BEFORE EMBROIDERING 144 BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step # Aim Action Pag e 1 Presser foot attachment Attach embroider y foot “ W ” . 145 2 Checking the needle Use needle 75/11 for embroidery . * 41 3 Embroider y unit attachment Attach the embroidery un it. 146 4 Bobb[...]

BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroide ry 145 5 Attaching Embroidery Foot “ W ” a a a a Press the “ Needle Position ” button to raise the needle. b b b b Press . → The entire screen becomes white , and all keys and operation buttons are locked. c c c c Raise the presser foot lever. d d d d Push the black button on the presser foot holder and remove[...]

BEFORE EMBROIDERING 146 g g g g Hold the embroidery foot in place with your right hand, and then use the includ ed screwdriver to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw. h h h h Press to unlock all keys and buttons. → All keys and operation buttons a re unlocked, and the previous screen is displayed. Attaching the Embroidery Unit ■ Abou[...]

BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroide ry 147 5 c c c c Insert the embroidery unit connection into the machine connection port. Push lightly until the unit clicks into place. a Embroidery unit connection b Machine connection p ort c Feed dog position switch d d d d Turn the main power to ON. → The following message will appear. e e e e Press . → The carr[...]

BEFORE EMBROIDERING 148 c c c c Hold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. a Release button CAUTION • Do not carry t he embroidery unit by ho lding the release button compartm ent. • Be sure to close the cover of the connection port when the embroi dery unit is not being used. a[...]

SELECTING PATTE RNS Embroide ry 149 5 SELECTING PATTERNS ■ Copyright Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and em broidery cards are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial u se of copyrig hted patte rns is an i nfringement of copyrigh t law and is str ictly prohib ited. There are many character and decorative embr[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS 150 ■ Pattern Selection Screens There are 7 categori es of patterns in this machine. indicates that there is more than one pattern selection screen for that category. Embroidery patterns Heirloom patterns Border p atterns Cross stitch patterns Floral alphabet patterns Alphabet characters Frame patterns[...]

SELECTING PATTE RNS Embroide ry 151 5 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/ Floral alphabet Patterns a a a a Select the category of the pa ttern you want to embroider. b b b b Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider. * Press to view the next page. * Press to view the previous page. → Th[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS 152 Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns a a a a Press . b b b b Press the key of the font you want to embroider. c c c c Press to change the selection screen, an d then enter the characters that you want to embroider. * To enter a space, press . * If you want to change the size of a character , select the character and then pre[...]

SELECTING PATTE RNS Embroide ry 153 5 d d d d Press . → The sewing screen is displayed. e e e e Proceed to see “ VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ” on page 155 to embroider the pattern. * To return to the previous scre en to select another pattern, press . Selecting Frame Patterns a a a a Press . b b b b Press the key of the frame sha pe you want to[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS 154 e e e e Proceed to see “ VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ” on page 155 to embroider the pattern. * To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . Selecting Patterns from Embroidery Cards ■ About Embroidery Cards (Sold Separately) • Use only embroidery cards manufactured for this machine. Using unauthori[...]

VIEWING THE SEWIN G SCREEN Embroide ry 155 5 VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN a Shows the presser foot code. Attach embroidery foot “ W ” for all embroidery projects. When the foot presser symbol is disp layed on the screen, you are able to sew. b Shows the boundary for embroidering with the extra large frame (30 cm × 18 cm (approx. 12 inches × 7 in[...]

VIEWING THE SEWIN G SCREEN 156 ■ Key Functions Using these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, e tc. No. Display Key Na me Explanation Pa g e m Image ke y Press this ke y for a pre vie w of the sewn image. 164 n Arrow k eys ( Center key) Press an arrow k ey to mov e the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow . ([...]

PREPARING THE FABRIC Embroide ry 157 5 PREPARING THE FABRIC Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (backing) to the Fabric For best results in your embroidery projects, always use stabilizer material for embroidery. Follow the package instructions for the stabilizer being used. When using fabrics that cannot be ironed (such as towel or fabrics that have loo[...]

PREPARING THE FABRIC 158 Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ■ Types of Embroidery Frames Embroidery Frame 26 cm × 16 cm (approx. 10 -1/4 inche s × 6-1/4 inches) can be used. Select a frame that matches the patt ern size. Frame options a re displayed on the LC D. a Can be used b Cannot be used Extra Large Large Medium Small Can embroider[...]

PREPARING THE FABRIC Embroide ry 159 5 ■ Inserting the Fabric a a a a Lift-up and loosen the frame adjustment screw and remove the inner frame. a Frame adjustment screw b Inner frame b b b b Lay the fabric right side up on top of the outer frame. Re-insert the inner frame maki ng sure to align the inner frame ’ s with the outer frame ’ s . a [...]

PREPARING THE FABRIC 160 e e e e Return the frame adjustment screw to its initial position. ■ Using the Embroidery Sheet When you w ant to em broider the pattern in a particular place, use the embroidery sheet with the frame. a a a a With a chalk pen, mark the a rea of the fabric you want to embroider. a Embroidery pattern b Mark b b b b Place th[...]

PREPARING THE FABRIC Embroide ry 161 5 ■ Embroidering Ribbons or Tape Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray adhesive. a Ribbon or tape b Stabilizer a b[...]

ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME 162 ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME a a a a Press the “ Presser Foot Lifter ” button to raise the presser foot. b b b b Align the embroidery fr ame guide with the right edge of the embroidery frame holder. a Embroidery frame holder b Embroidery frame guide c c c c Slide the embroidery frame into the holder, making [...]

CONFIRMING TH E PATTERN POS ITION Embroide ry 163 5 CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. You can check the layout before starting embroidery and change the position. Checking the Pattern Position The embroidery frame moves and shows the pattern position. Watch the frame closely to[...]

CONFIRMING THE PATTER N POSITION 164 Previewing the Completed Pattern a a a a Press . → An image of the pattern as it will be embroidered appears. b b b b Press to select the frame used in the preview. * Frames displayed in light gray cannot be selected. * Press to see a full screen preview. * The pattern can be sewn as it appe ars in the followi[...]

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Embroide ry 165 5 SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Sewing Attractive Finishes There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (see page 157) and hooping the fabric in the frame (see page 158) are two important factors mentioned earlier. Another important point is the appropr[...]

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN 166 Sewing Embroidery Patterns Example: a Embroidery color order b Cursor a a a a Thread the machine with the first color (see “ Threading Using t he “ Automatic Threading ” Button ” on page 29). b b b b Lower the presser foot, then press the “ Start/Stop ” button to start embroidering. After 5-6 stitches, p[...]

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Embroide ry 167 5 f f f f Repeat the same steps for embroidering the remaining colors. → When the last color is se wn, “Finish sewing” will appear on the display. Press , and the display will return to the original screen. ■ When Threading Manually a a a a Thread the machine man ually with the first color (see ?[...]

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN 168 Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqu é There are some patterns which call for an appliqué inside the pattern. Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece). When sewing an embroidery pattern with an appliqué, the color sewing order display shows “Appliqué Material”, “Appliqué [...]

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Embroide ry 169 5 f f f f Apply a thin layer of adhesive or spray adhesive to the back of the appliqu é piece and attach it to the appliqu é position so that it follows the seam of the outline. g g g g Press the “ Start/Stop ” button. → The appliqué will then be completed. h h h h Change the upper thread and th[...]

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS 170 ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread When the bobbin begins to run out of thread during embroidering, the machine will stop and the message below will appear. Press and follow the directions below to rethread the lower threading. If very little sewing remains, you c[...]

ADJUSTMENTS DUR ING THE EMBROIDE RY PROCESS Embroide ry 171 5 If the Thread Breaks During Sewing a a a a Press the “ Start/Stop ” button to stop the machine. b b b b If the upper thread is broken, redo the upper threading. If the bobbin thread is broken, press and follow the directions in steps a a a a through e e e e from the previous section [...]

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS 172 Restarting from the Beginning a a a a Press . b b b b Press . → The embroidery frame moves, returning the nee dle to the pattern’s beginning position. c c c c Press the “ Presser Foot Lifter ” button to lower the presser foot and start sewing. Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power The [...]

ADJUSTMENTS DUR ING THE EMBROIDE RY PROCESS Embroide ry 173 5 c c c c Attach the embroidery frame and press . → The previous sewing screen displayed before the machine was turned off appears. d d d d Continue embroidering. a Stitch number when embroidery is resumed Memo If you want to star t a new operation, pr ess so the pattern selection screen[...]

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS 174 MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting Thread Tension When embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the upper thread can slightly be seen on the wrong side of the fabric. ■ Correct Thread Tension The pattern can be seen f rom the wrong side of the fabric. If the t hread tension is not set correct l[...]

MAKING EMBROID ERY ADJUSTMENTS Embroide ry 175 5 Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function (END COLOR TRIM) The automatic thread cutting function will cut the thread at th e end of sewing each colo r. This function is initially turned on. To turn this function off, press key and then . This function can be turned on or off during embroidering. * [...]

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS 176 b b b b Press to turn off JUMP STITCH TRIM. → The key will display as * The machine will not trim the thread before moving to the next stitching. ■ Selecting the length of JUMP STITCH not to trim When the thread trimming function is turned on, you can select the length of the jump stitch not to trim the thread.[...]

MAKING EMBROID ERY ADJUSTMENTS Embroide ry 177 5 Changing the Thread Color Display You can display the name of the thread colors, the time or embroidery thread number. a a a a Press . b b b b Press . c c c c In the THREAD COLOR DISPLAY, use to display the name of the thread colors, the time or the embroidery thread number. d d d d When the thread n[...]

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS 178 Changing the Embroidery Frame Display a a a a Press . b b b b Press . c c c c In the FRAME DISPLAY, use to change the embroid ery frame display mod e. * There are 10 choices. a Extra large frame e mbroidering area b Center line c Large frame embroidering area d Medium frame embroidering a rea e Small frame embroide[...]

REVISING THE PATT ERN Embroide ry 179 5 REVISING THE PATTERN Changing the Pattern Position Use to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. Press to center the pattern. a Distance from the center The pattern can also be moved by dragging it. If a USB mouse is connected, move the mouse to position the pointer on the desired pattern, and [...]

REVISING THE PATTERN 180 Aligning the Pattern and the Needle Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle a a a a Mark the embroidery start position on the fabric, as shown. b b b b Press . ABC[...]

REVISING THE PATT ERN Embroide ry 181 5 c c c c Press . a Start position → The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that the needle is posi tioned correctly) . d d d d Press . e e e e Use to align the needle and the mark on the fabric, and begin embroideri ng the pattern. Changing the Size [...]

REVISING THE PATTERN 182 Rotating the Pattern a a a a Press . b b b b Select the angle of rotation for the pattern. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the right. * Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the right. * Press to rotat[...]

REVISING THE PATT ERN Embroide ry 183 5 Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected pattern. Press again to return the pattern to normal. Changing the Density (Alphabet Character and Frame Patterns Only) The thread density for some alphabet character and frame patterns can be changed[...]

REVISING THE PATTERN 184 b b b b Change the density. * Press to make the pattern less dense. * Press to make the pattern more dense. a Normal b Fine (stitches clo ser together) c Coarse (stitches farther apart) → The pattern density changes each time you press a button. c c c c Press to return to the pattern selection screen. Changing the Colors [...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroide ry 185 5 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Embroidery Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine. ■ Types of Embroidery Data that can be Used • Only .pes,.pha,.phb ,.phc, and .dst embr oidery data files ca n be used with this machin [...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 186 ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used • Compatible mod els: IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment IBM PC-compatible computer equipped w ith a USB port as standa rd equipment • Compa tible operating systems: Microsoft W indows 98 SE/Me/2000/X P (Windows 9 8SE requi[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroide ry 187 5 Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine ’ s Memory You can save embroidery patterns that you have customized and will use often; for example, your name, patterns that have been rotated or had the size changed, patterns that have had the sewing position changed, etc. You can save up to 20 patterns. a [...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 188 b b b b Select the pattern you want to delete. c c c c Press . a Amount of memory used by the pattern to be deleted b Amount of memory needed to save the current pattern d d d d Press . * If you decide not to delet e the pattern, press . → The “Saving” screen displays. When the pattern is saved, the display retu[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroide ry 189 5 Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB Media (Commercially Available) When sending embroidery patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s USB port. Depending on the type of USB media being used, either directly plug the USB device into the machine’s USB port or plug the U[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 190 Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB cabl e, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the embroidery patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in your computer. a a a a Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB port connectors for the computer and for the[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroide ry 191 5 Retrieving Patterns from the Machine ’ s Memory a a a a Press . → The machine displays the patterns currently in the memory. b b b b Press the key of the pattern you want to retrieve. * Press to return to the original screen. c c c c Press . → The sewing screen is displayed. Recalling from USB Medi[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 192 c c c c Press when there is a subfolder to sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the embroidery pattern in the subfolder is displayed. * Press to return to t he original screen without recalling. a Folder name b Embroidery pa tterns in a folde r c Path → The path to shows the current folder at the top of th[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroide ry 193 5 c c c c Move/copy the pattern data to “ Removable Disk ” . → Pattern data in “Removable Di sk” is written to the machine. d d d d Press . → The patterns in the computer are displayed on the selection screen. e e e e Press the key of the pattern you want to recall. * Press to return to the ori[...]

EMBROIDER Y APPLICATIONS 194 EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqu é (1) You can use framed p atterns of the same size and shape to create an appliqué. Emb roider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch. a a a a Select a straight stitch frame pattern. Embroider the pattern onto the appliqu[...]

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Embroide ry 195 5 Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqu é (2) This is a second method to make appliqué using embroidery patterns. You do not have to change the fabric in the embroidery frame using this method. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch. a a a a Select a straight sti[...]

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Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS....................................................... 198 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ....................................................... 199 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/Floral A lphabet Patt erns/Frame P atterns ... ............. ......[...]

EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS 198 EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS With the Embroidery Edit functions, you can combine embroidery patterns and character patterns, change the size of patterns, rotate patterns, and perform many other editing functions. This machine can perform the 9 functions listed below. ■ Combine Patterns You can easily create combinations o[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Embroidery Ed it 199 6 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Prepare the machine for embroidery according to the inst ructions on page 144, and press to display the screen below. a Embroidery patterns b Heirloom patterns c Border patterns d Cross stitch patterns e Floral alphabet pa tterns f Alphabet character patterns g Frame patte[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS TO E DIT 200 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Heirloom Patterns/Border Patterns/Cross stitch Patterns/ Floral Alphabet Patterns/Frame Patterns a a a a Select the catego ry of the pattern. b b b b Press the key of the pattern you want to edit. * See pages 151 and 153 for more information on selecting patterns. → The pattern is dis[...]

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Embroidery Ed it 201 6 b b b b Select the font, then ente r the characters. (Example: A B C D) * See page 152 for more information about selecting characters. c c c c Press to change the layout of the pattern. * If the characters are too small to see, press to view a display of all entered character s. d d d d Select the [...]

SELECTING PATTERNS TO E DIT 202 e e e e Press to return to the original screen. f f f f After you finish your selections, press . → The embroidery edit screen will appear. g g g g Proceed to see “ EDITING PATTERNS ” on page 203 to edit the pattern.[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 203 6 EDITING PATTERNS a Shows the size of the entire combined pattern. b Shows the size of the pattern currently selected. c Shows the distance from the center of the frame. d Shows the number of colors in the pattern currently selected. e Shows the degree of rotation for the pattern. Memo If a key display is lig[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 204 ■ Key Functions No. Display Key Na me Explanation Pa g e a Arrow k eys ( Center key) Press these ke ys to mov e the pattern in the directio n indicated by the arrow on the ke y . (Press to retur n the patter n to its original p osition.) 205 b Border ke y Press this key to make a repeating pattern. 213 c Rotate ke y Press th[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 205 6 Moving the Pattern Press to move the pattern in the direction shown on the key. Press to return the pattern to the center. a Distance from the center Rotating the Pattern a a a a Press . b b b b Select the angle by which the pattern is rotated. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. * Press to[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 206 c c c c Press to return to the original screen. Changing the Size of the Pattern a a a a Press . b b b b Select the direction in which to change the size. * Press to enlarge the pattern proportionately. * Press to shrink the pattern proportionately. * Press to stretch the pattern horizontally. * Press to compact the pattern ho[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 207 6 Deleting the Pattern Press to delete the pattern from the screen. Changing the Configuration of Alphabet Character Patterns a a a a Press . b b b b Press the key of the layout you want to embroider. * See page 201 for more information about layout types. → The display will show the selected layout. c c c c[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 208 b b b b Use or to change the spacing. * Press to widen the character spacing. * Press to tighten the character spacing. * Press to return the pattern to its origin al appearance. c c c c Press to return to the original screen. Reducing Character Spacing The spacing b etween characters ca n be reduced to 50% of the narrowest ch[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 209 6 Changing the Color of Each Alphabet Character in a Pattern a a a a Press so you can assign a thread color to each character. b b b b Change the thread to sew each character in a different color. * Press to change the colors in the sewing order. a Color for each character Changing the Thread Color You can cha[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 210 c c c c Press to choose a new color from the color palette. * To return to the original color, press . If multiple colors have been changed, this command will return all col ors to their original col ors. * You can select colors from the color palette by directly touching the color selecti on with the touch pen. a Color palett[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 211 6 c c c c Use to sele ct one of the thread brands in the machine. d d d d U s e to enter a color ’ s 4-digit number. * If you make a mistake, press to erase the entered number, and then enter the correct number. a Thread brand e e e e Press . a Thread brand b Entered number → The selected thread color is s[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 212 d d d d Press . e e e e Repeat the previous steps until all desired thread colors are specified. * To delete a specified color from the palette, press . f f f f Press to return to the original screen. Choosing a Color from the Custom Thread Table You can select a color from the up to 300 thread colors you have set in the custo[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 213 6 d d d d Press to choose a new color from the custom thread table. * Use and to scroll through the custom thread table. * Press to return to the original color. * You can select colors from the custom thread table by directly touching the screen with the touch pen. a Custom thread b Custom thread table → Th[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 214 c c c c Select the direction in which the pattern will be repeated. a Vertical direction b Horizontal direction c Repeating and deleting keys d Spacing keys → The pattern direction indicator will change depending on the direction selected. d d d d Use to repeat the pattern on top and to repeat the pattern at the bottom. * To[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 215 6 ■ Repeating One Element of a Repeated Pattern By using th e Cut func tion, you ca n select o ne element of a repea ted pattern and repeat only that single eleme nt. This fu nction all ows you to d esign complex repeated patterns. a a a a Choose the direction in which the repeated pattern will be cut. * Pre[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 216 e e e e Repeat the selected e lement. f f f f Press to finish repeating. ■ Assigning Thread Marks By sewing thread marks, you can easily align patterns when sewing a series. When sewing i s finished on a pattern, a thread mark i n the shape of an arrow w ill be sewn usin g the fina l thread. When sewing a series of p atterns[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS Embroidery Ed it 217 6 c c c c Press to select the thread mark to be sewn. d d d d Press . After Editing a a a a Press . b b b b If you want to sew the pattern immediately, press to call up the sewing screen. * Press to return to the embroidery edit screen. * To combine the pattern with other pat terns, select the next pattern fro[...]

EDITING PATT ERNS 218 ■ Color Sorting Repeated Patterns Press to automatically change the sew ing order of co lors in comb ined borde r embroider y patterns so th at the same col or can be co ntinuously sewn. This allows you to co ntinue sewing with out repeatedly changing the upper thre ad or changing the sewing or der manuall y. Memo • In com[...]

COMBININ G PATTERNS Embroidery Ed it 219 6 COMBINING PATTERNS Editing Combined Patterns Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing a a a a Press to select an embroidery pattern. b b b b Use to view P.4, then select . c c c c Press .[...]

COMBINING PATTE RNS 220 d d d d Press . e e e e Press to enter the alphabet characters. f f f f Select and enter “ Sewing ” . * After selecting , press to change the character size to M, then enter the remaining characters. → The characters you enter will be displayed in the center of the display. g g g g Press . h h h h Use to move the chara[...]

COMBININ G PATTERNS Embroidery Ed it 221 6 i i i i Press to change the layout of the characters. Press . * See page 207 for more information about changing the layout. j j j j Press to change the color of th e characters. * See page 209 for more information about changing the color. k k k k When all editing is finished, press . ■ Selecting combin[...]

COMBINING PATTE RNS 222 Sewing Combined Patterns Combined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → a a a a Embroider by following the color order on the right side of the display. → When the border is finished, the [+] cursor will move to the “Sewing” part of th[...]

USING THE MEMORY FUNCT ION Embroidery Ed it 223 6 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION In the same way as embroidery patterns in Chapter 5, you can save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns to and from the machine’s memory, a personal computer, or USB media. Refer to the relevant sections in Chapter 5 on saving and retrieving embroidery patterns and foll[...]

USING THE MEMORY F UNCTION 224[...]

Chapter 7 MY CUSTOM STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH ...................................................................... 226 ENTERING STITCH DATA ................................................................. 228 ■ Key Functions ...................... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. ...... [...]

DESIGNIN G A STITCH 226 DESIGNING A STITCH By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH ™ function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH ™ creations with built-in characters (see page 128). a a a a Draw the stitch design on the grid sheet (part code SA507, X81277-001). b b b b Decide the spac[...]

DESIGNING A ST ITCH MY CUSTOM STITCH 227 7 Examples of Custom Stitches S t i t c h 123456789 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 0 1 2 1 8 2 2 2 3 2 1 1 7 1 4 1 2 963136 0036 1 0 1 3 1 4 1 3 1 1 1 3 1 4 1 3 1 0 63 Stitc h 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 41 43 40 41 38 35 32 30 32 35 41 45 47 44 0047 1 1 1 3 1 4 1 3 1 0 630047 Stitc h 31 32 33 3[...]

ENTERING STITCH DATA 228 ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Key Functions a This area displays the stitch being created. b Displays the number of the pre sent set point over the total number of poi nts in the stitch. c Displays the y-coordinate of over the x-coordinate of . No. Display Key Na me Explanation Pag e d Enlarger ke y Press this ke y to see an enl[...]

ENTERING STI TCH DATA MY CUSTOM STITCH 229 7 a a a a Press . b b b b Press . c c c c Use to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet. * Press to change the direction of the grid sheet. * Press to enlarge the image of the stitch being created. a Currently selected point/To tal number of points b Coordinates of d d d d Press to ad[...]

ENTERING STITCH DATA 230 g g g g Repeat the steps above for ea ch point that you have drawn on the grid sheet until the stitch design is drawn on the screen a s a continuous line. * Press to delete a selected point entered. * Press to sew a test-run of the stitch. Press to return to the original screen. * Press to view an image of the stitc h. ■ [...]

ENTERING STI TCH DATA MY CUSTOM STITCH 231 7 ■ Moving Part or All of the Design a a a a Press or to move to the first point of the section that you want to move. * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. b b b b Press . → The selected point and all points that were ent[...]

ENTERING STITCH DATA 232 ■ Inserting New Points a a a a Press or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point. * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move by using the touch pen. b b b b Press . → A new point is entered and moves to it. c c c c Use to move the point.[...]

USING STOR ED CUSTOM ST ITCHES MY CUSTOM STITCH 233 7 USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES Storing Custom Stitches in Your List Stitch patterns created using the MY CUSTOM STITCH ™ function can be stored for later use. Once you finish entering the stitch data, press . The “Saving” m essage appears and t he stitch will be stored. Before storing a stit[...]

USING STOR ED CUSTOM ST ITCHES 234 Retrieving Stored Stitches a a a a Press . → A list of stored stitch patterns is displayed. b b b b Select the stitch pattern. * Press to return to the pr evious screen without retrieving. c c c c Press . * To delete the stored stitch p attern, press . * To edit the stored stitch pattern, press .[...]

Chapter 8 Appendix CARE AND MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 236 Cleaning the LCD Screen .............. ................ ............. ................ ................ ........... 236 Cleaning th e Machine Casing .................. ................ ............. ................ ................ . 236 Clea[...]

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 236 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the LCD Screen If the screen is dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use organic solvents or detergents. Cleaning the Machine Casing If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in a neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface. Then wipe a[...]

CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appendix 237 8 h h h h Insert the bobbin case so that the projection on the bobbin case aligns with the spring. a Projection b Spring i i i i Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle plate , and then slide the cover back on. Note • Never use a bobbin case th at is scratched; otherwise, the uppe r thread may b[...]

ADJUSTING TH E SCREEN 238 ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Screen Visibility is Low If the screen is difficult to see when you turn on the power, follow the steps below. a a a a Press your finger anywhere on the screen. Holding your finger on the screen, turn the main power switch to OFF and back to ON. → BRIGHTNESS OF LCD is displayed. b b b b Use the , key[...]

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Appendix 239 8 c c c c Using the included touch pen, lightly touch the center of each +, in order from 1 to 5. * If the buzzer sounds one tim e after you press number 5, the operation is finished. If the buzzer sounds twice, there was an error . In this case, repeat the steps above. d d d d Turn the main power to OFF, then turn[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING 240 TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solut ions suggested do not correct the problem, contact your authorized dealer. You can also press then for advice about minor sewing problems during sewing. Press at any time to return to the original screen. Prob lem Ca[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING Appendix 241 8 Cannot lower the presser foot with the presser foot le v er Presser foot w as raised using the “ Presser F oot Lifter ” button. Press the “ Presser Foot Lifter ” button to low er the presser foot. 3 Thread tension is incorrect Upper threading is incorrect. Chec k the steps f or threading the machine and rethre[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING 242 Needle breaks Need le is installed incorrectly . Reinstall the needle correctly . 39 Needle clamp screw is not tightened. Tighten the needle clamp screw . 40 Needle is turn ed or bent. Replace the needle. 39 Using improper needle or thread for the selected fabric. Check the “ F abr ic/Thread/Needle Combination ” char t. 41 W[...]

ERROR MESSAGES Appendix 243 8 ERROR MESSAGES If the machine is not properly set and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed, or if the operation procedure is incorrect, the machine does not start. An alarm sounds and an error message is displayed on the LCD. If an error message displays, follow the in[...]

ERROR MESSAGES 244 This message is displayed when the patterns you are editing take up too much memory, or if you are editing too many patterns for the memory. This message is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached and the power is turned on with the needle in the down position. This message is displayed when the “ Start/Stop ” button i[...]

ERROR MESSAGES Appendix 245 8 This message is displayed when the machine is in embroidery mode and the small frame is attached, and the selected pattern does not fit in the small frame. This message is displayed when the bobbin is being wound, and the motor locks because the thread is tangled, etc. This message is displayed when, with the machine i[...]

ERROR MESSAGES 246 This message is displayed when, after selecting a pattern, , , , or is pressed and the pattern is about to be deleted. This message is displayed when the foot controller is pressed while the embroidery unit is attached and machine is set up for embroidering. This message is displayed when the speed control lever is set to control[...]

ERROR MESSAGES Appendix 247 8 This message is displayed when the “ Start/Stop ” button is pushed and the machine is in embroidery mode, but the embroidery unit is not attached. This message is displayed while the USB media is transmitting. This message is displayed when you try to recall or save a pattern while no USB media is loaded. This mess[...]

ERROR MESSAGES 248 ■ Alarm Sounds If the operatio n procedure was co rrect, the mach ine will beep o nce. If the op eration proce dure was incorrect, the machine will beep twi ce or four times. This message is display ed when replacing the embroidering bobbin thread. This message is display ed when rotating a sav ed combined pattern in the Embroi[...]

SPECIFICATIONS Appendix 249 8 SPECIFICATIONS Item Specification Sewing Machine Dimensions 55.6 cm (W) × 30.5 cm (H) × 25.8 cm (D) (approx. 21-7/8 inches (W) × 12 inches (H) × 10-1/8 inches (D)) Case Dimensions 58.2 cm (W) × 31.9 cm (H) × 28.4 cm (D) (approx. 22-7/8 inches (W) × 12-1/2 inches (H) × 11-1/8 i nches (D)) Weight 12 kg (27 lb .) [...]

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTW ARE 250 UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE ’ S SOFTWARE You can use USB media or a computer t o download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on www.brother.com, please download the files following the instructions on the web site and steps below. Upgrade Procedure Using USB Media a [...]

UPGRADING YOUR MAC HINE’S SOFTWARE Appendix 251 8 Upgrade Procedure Using Computer a a a a While pressing the “ Automatic Threading ” button, turn the main power to ON. → The following screen will appear on the LCD. b b b b Press . c c c c Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB port conn ectors for the computer and for the [...]

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTW ARE 252[...]

253 STITCH SETTING CHART STITCH SETTING CHART The following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stitch widths, and whether or not t he twin needle mode can be used. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Tw i n needle Au to . Manual Auto [...]

254 STITCH SETTING CHART Overcasting stitch Reinforcing of hea vyweight fabric 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 - 5.0 (3/32 - 3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO Overcasting stitch Reinforcing of medium, heavyweight and easily fra y able fabrics or decorativ e stitching. 5.0 (3/16) 3.5 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO Overcasting stit[...]

255 STITCH SETTING CHART Blind hem stitch Hemming wo ven f abrics 0.0 (0) +3.0 - -3.0 (+1/8 - -1/8) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 3.5 (1/16 - 1/8) NO Blind hem s titch stretch Hemming stretch fabric 0.0 (0) +3.0 - -3.0 (+1/8 - -1/8) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 3.5 (1/16 - 1/8) NO Blanket stitch Appliqu é s, decorativ e blank et stitch 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 - 7.0 (3/32 - 1/4) 2.5[...]

256 STITCH SETTING CHART Hemstitching Decorative hems , triple straight at left 1.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) OK ( J ) Hemstitching Decorative hems , triple straight at center 3.5 (1/8) 1.0 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) OK ( J ) Hemstitching zigzag Decorativ e hems, top stitching 6.0 (1[...]

257 STITCH SETTING CHART Hemstit ching Decor ative hems , smocking 6.0 (15/ 64) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO Hemstit ching Decor ative hems , smocking 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO Hemstit ching Decor ative hems , smocking 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0 - 4.[...]

258 STITCH SETTING CHART 4 step buttonhole 1 Left side of 4 step buttonhole 5.0 (7/32) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 4 step buttonhole 2 Bar tack of 4 step buttonhole 5.0 (7/32) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 4 step buttonhole 3 Right side of 4 step buttonhole 5.0 (7/32) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 -[...]

259 STITCH SETTING CHART Forwar d (Zigza g) F or attaching appliqu é on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners — — — — NO Reverse (Zigza g) F or attaching appliqu é on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners — — — — NO Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Applications Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] Tw[...]

Index 260 Index A Accessories included accessories ................................................................... 4 options ......................................................... .............................. 7 Accessory compartment ................................................................. 4 Adjustments screen .....................[...]

Index 261 carriage ....................................................................................... 3 carrying case ............................................................................... 4 Enlarger key ................................................................................ 229 Error messages ................................[...]

Index 262 Saving character/decorative stitches ......................... .......................... 136 computer ....................................................................... 139 , 190 embroidery patterns ................................................................ 187 machine’s memory ...............................................[...]

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