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Easy Thread Cassette System

Operation Manual

CPS5XV[Y

GETTING READY

SEWING BASICS

UTILITY STITCHES

EMBROIDERY

APPENDIX

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Summary of content (183 pages)

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Included Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. Accessories Note (For U.S.A. only) z Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model 500D/500, HE-120. z The screw of the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer. (Part code: XA4813-051) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page B Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view F 1 2 E 3 D C B 4 A 5 0 6 7 9 8 a Thread cassette compartment cover b Thread cassette compartment Insert a thread cassette into the thread cassette compartment.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page C Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 8 7 6 5 4 7 5 6 a Buttonhole lever Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Needle bar thread hooks Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread hooks. b Balance wheel Turn the balance wheel toward you to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page D Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. 1 2 7 3 6 5 4 a Thread cassette indicator The indicator lights up or goes off depending on the condition of the sewing machine. Green: A thread cassette can be inserted. Red: A thread cassette cannot be inserted. Off: The sewing machine has been turned off or a thread cassette is already inserted.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page E Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. 2 1 5 6 7 8 3 a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed. Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform operations. For details, refer to "LCD (liquid crystal display) operation" (page 14). b Back key Press to return to the previous LCD display.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 1 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM —————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. No. 11. Part Name 1 2 3 Side cutter "S" Quilting guide Guide foot 4 Walking foot 5 Quilting foot 40 colors embroidery threads 40 colors country threads 22 colors embroidery threads 21 colors country threads 12 colors embroidery threads 6 5.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 2 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ List of Embroidery Cards No.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 3 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the "Important Safety Instructions" (page 8), and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 4 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Contents Included Accessories ............................................................................................... Cover A Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ Cover A Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions .........................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 5 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 52 Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................54 Thread tension .................................................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 6 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Scallop stitching............................................................................................................................................ 110 Smocking ...................................................................................................................................................... 110 Shell tuck stitching .....................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 7 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................164 Error messages .............................................................................................................................................. 169 Nothing appears in the LCD ................................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 8 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Important Safety Instructions When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 9 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 10 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 11 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter. Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................12 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation .....................................................................14 Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 12 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off. Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 13 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turning on the machine Turning off the machine Prepare the included power cord. a off (the main power switch is set to " Make sure that the sewing machine is turned "), and then plug the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine. When you are finished using the sewing machine, turn it off.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 14 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— LCD (liquid crystal display) operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the sewing machine. Viewing the LCD When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on, and the following screen is displayed. The LCD display is changed using the keys on the right, and operations performed by directly touching the LCD.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 15 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Changing the Machine Settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed. The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below. Attribute Icon Thread color/ needle count 1 Details Settings You can switch among thread color/thread number/needle count when embroidering.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 16 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— X The settings screen appears. c Switch screens using When settings are complete, press d key). (Back Press the item to be set. and (Previous page key) (Next page key). X The initial screen appears again. Note z The "Thread color index" is the color number display used when embroidery cards made by "PE-Design" are used. z The "NO." is the number for the sewing machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 17 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Press Checking machine operating procedures Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD. a d next page.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 18 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Winding the bobbin Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 19 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so d that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch Slide the spool cap onto the bobbin thread g spool pin. in the bobbin.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 20 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Pull the thread to the right and pass it through j the slit in the bobbin winder seat. Memo z When using thread that winds off quickly, such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, place the spool net over the spool before placing the spool of thread onto the spool pin. If the spool net is too long, fold it to fit the size of the spool.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 21 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— X The bobbin starts spinning and winding the thread, and "Winding bobbin thread..." appears on the LCD. X When winding is complete, the bobbin stops spinning or spins freely. When the bobbin either stops spinning or spins m freely, press (Start/stop button). X The sewing machine stops, and the "Winding bobbin thread..." display disappears from the LCD.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 22 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold c the end of the thread with your left. Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right e hand, and then guide the thread as shown with your left hand. • Be careful not to drop the bobbin. d thread unrolls to the left. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle so that the f then pull the thread out toward the front.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 23 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upper Threading In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described. CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 24 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● Two spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break. Loading the spool into the thread cassette Load the spool of thread into the thread cassette to prepare the upper thread.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 25 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Push the thread cassette eject lever on the left c side of the machine toward the back. Pull the cover of the thread cassette out e toward you, and then pull off the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool pin. 1 1 2 3 1 a Thread cassette eject lever X The thread cassette is raised. • If the sewing machine is turned off, the thread cassette will not be ejected correctly.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 26 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the needle may break. • When using special thread such as metallic thread, use the thumb of your left hand to lightly press down on the area indicated in the illustration to create an opening that allows for easier threading.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 27 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pull the thread under the disc at the front in m the lower-left corner and around to the right, and then the thread will be cut with the cutter. Follow arrow 6 indicated on the thread cassette. Threading the needle In this section, the procedures for installing the thread cassette and threading the needle are described.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 28 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— • If the needle is not raised to the correct position, the needle cannot be threaded with the needle threader. Be sure to check that the thread cassette indicator is lit up in green before inserting the thread cassette. 1 Insert the thread cassette into the thread b cassette compartment. Slowly press down on the thread cassette until it clicks into place.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 29 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pass the thread through the presser foot, and d then pull out about 10-15 cm (3/8-5/8 inch) of Using the extra spool pin thread toward the rear of the machine. When using spools with a size that cannot be loaded into the thread cassette, use the extra spool pin. 1 a 10-15 cm (3/8-5/8 inch) X The upper threading is finished. e Place the spool of thread onto the extra spool a pin.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 30 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Thread the thread cassette with the thread d from the spool on the extra spool pin. Thread the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. a Remove the needle.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 31 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Load the spool for the second thread color Using the twin needle c onto the extra spool pin. Using the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different colors. Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality. Be sure to use the twin needle and the extra spool pin.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 32 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Insert the thread cassette (with the extra spool e pin attached) into the thread cassette i compartment. Attach zigzag foot "J". • For details on changing the presser foot, refer to "Replacing the Presser Foot" (page 40). CAUTION ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. j stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 33 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— m Press (Back key). X The initial screen appears again, and appears. Pulling up the bobbin thread When making gathers or before free-motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below. a Insert the bobbin into the shuttle. • Refer to steps a through e of "Installing the bobbin" (page 21). b Do not cut the thread with the cutter. Pass the bobbin thread through the slot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 34 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Pull out about 10-15 cm (4-5 inches) of the e bobbin thread under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine. f Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the Reattach the bobbin cover. bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 35 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the Needle This section provides information on sewing machine needles. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 36 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and needle appropriate for the fabric that you wish to sew.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 37 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Checking the needle Replacing the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even. Replace the needle as described below.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 38 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle. 1 2 a Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 39 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using the screwdriver, loosen the needle c clamp screw. Insert the needle until it touches the needle g stopper, and then use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. 1 d Lower the needle-changing tool. X The needle is installed. Lower the needle-changing tool off of the h needle. Note z The needle-changing tool can not be used for the twin needle.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 40 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the Presser Foot The presser foot presses down on the fabric. Presser foot precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the presser feet. CAUTION ● Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 41 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Place a different presser foot below the holder e so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the holder. Position the presser foot so the letter indicating the presser foot type (A, G, I, J, M, N or R) is positioned to be read. 1 Note z When a stitch is selected, the icon for the presser foot that should be used appears in the screen.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 42 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the presser foot holder in place with your Removing the presser foot holder b right hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the embroidery foot and quilting foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 43 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Cylindrical Pieces Free-arm sewing makes sewing cylindrical pieces easy. d push the sliding leg back into position. When you are finished with free-arm sewing, Free-arm sewing Removing the flap allows for free-arm sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs. a Then, install the flap back to its original e position.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 45 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM 2 SEWING BASICS The necessary preparations for sewing are described in this chapter. Sewing.....................................................................................................................46 Adjusting the Thread Tension ..................................................................................54 Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ....................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 46 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and balance wheel, otherwise injuries may occur.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 47 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Example: 11 is selected: Selecting stitching Stitches are selected using LCD operations. There are 67 utility stitches. Right after turning the power on, the straight stitch (left needle position) is selected. Determine the stitch to be used, and get the a matching presser foot ready. • Refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 66). Attach the presser foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 48 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Positioning the fabric Be sure that the fabric pieces are sewn in the correct order and that the right and wrong sides of the fabric are aligned correctly. a Turn on the sewing machine. b twice to raise the needle. Press (Needle position button) once or 1 a Needle position button c Place the fabric under the presser foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 49 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Starting to sew Once you are ready to start sewing, you can start the sewing machine. The sewing speed can be adjusted using either the sewing speed controller or the foot controller. • If you continue to hold the start/stop button pressed immediately after the sewing starts, the machine will sew at a slow speed.
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SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— When the end of the stitching is reached, f completely release the foot controller. Note (For U.S.A. only) z Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model 500D/500, HE-120. c X The machine stops sewing with the needle lowered (in the fabric). When you have finished sewing, press g (Needle position button). X The needle is raised. Turn on the sewing machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 51 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Securing the stitching When sewing with the straight stitch, for example, at the end of an opening or where seams do not overlap, use reverse stitching or einforcement stitching to secure the end of the thread. a beginning of the stitching, and then lower the Lower the needle into the fabric at the 1 presser foot lever.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 52 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— After 3 to 5 reverse stitches have been sewn, (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button). g release Cutting the thread When you have finished sewing, cut the threads. X The machine stops sewing. Press (Start/stop button), or press down h on the foot controller. At this time, if the start/stop button is held pressed, the machine sews at a low speed.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 53 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, c and then pass the threads through the thread Memo z The machine can be set so that the threads will be cut when sewing is finished. For details on setting the machine so that the threads are cut automatically, refer to "Automatically cutting the thread" (page 60).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 54 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the Thread Tension The tensions of the upper thread and of the bobbin thread (thread tension) should be adjusted so that they are equal. ■ Upper thread is too loose If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose. Thread tension You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 55 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Changing the upper thread tension The tension is changed using the thread tension dial on the left side of the sewing machine. Test the stitching using a scrap of the actual a fabric to be used. b thread tension dial on the left side of the Referring to the illustration below, turn the 2 sewing machine. The larger the number is, the greater the upper thread tension.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 56 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length The stitch width and length can be adjusted. Normally, when a stitch is selected, the appropriate width and length are automatically selected. Adjusting the stitch width The zigzag width can be adjusted on the LCD. a Turn on the sewing machine. • If the setting is changed, the highlighted value is erased. X The LCD comes on. b Select a stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 57 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the balance wheel toward you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. Adjusting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted on the LCD. a Turn on the sewing machine. 2 X The LCD comes on. b Select a stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 58 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— ■ For groups other than utility stitches When selecting stitches in the decorative stitch, satin stitch, cross-stitch and combined utility stitch groups, press after making the setting. Memo z To reset the stitch length to its standard setting, select the same stitch again or change the setting to the highlighted value. z means the setting cannot be adjusted.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 59 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Useful Functions Functions useful in improving sewing efficiency are described below. Automatically sewing reverse/ reinforcement stitches d then press Position the fabric under the presser foot, and (Start/stop button) once. The sewing machine can be set to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of the stitching.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 60 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Memo z Reverse/reinforcement stitches will not be sewn if the start/stop button is pressed at the end of the stitching. Be sure to press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button at the end of the stitching. Automatically cutting the thread The sewing machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the end of the stitching. This is called "programmed thread-cutting".
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 61 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Set the fabric in place, and press d stop button) once. (Start/ Mirroring stitches You can sew the mirror image of a stitch horizontally (left and right). a Turn on the sewing machine. 2 1 X The LCD comes on. X Stitching starts after reverse stitching or reinforcement stitching. Once you have reached the end of the e stitching, press (Reverse/reinforcement stitch button) once.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 62 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— Useful Sewing Tips Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing After you have set up the machine with the thread and needle appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn, the machine automatically sets the thread tension and stitch length and width for the stitch that is selected.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 63 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing thick fabrics ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot If the fabric does not fit easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring the presser foot to its highest position. X Once the trouble spot has been passed, the foot will return to its normal position.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 64 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Aligning the fabric with the guide foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned with a desired position of markings on the guide foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 65 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM 3 UTILITY STITCHES The various stitches and their applications are described in this chapter. Stitch Settings..........................................................................................................66 Selecting Stitching ...................................................................................................72 Overcasting Stitches.........................................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 66 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————— UTILITY STITCHES Stitch Settings Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Manual Auto J 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 0.2–5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/64–3/16) Reverse No J Basic stitching and sewing gathers or pintucks 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 0.2–5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/64–3/16) Reinforcement Yes – – 2.5 0.2–5.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 67 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Application Twin Needle Pattern Presser Foot Stitch Name Walking Foot ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching R Blind hem stitching on mediumweight fabrics 0.0 (0) 3← – 3→ 2.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.5 (1/16–1/8) No Reinforcement No R Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics 0.0 (0) 3← – 3→ 2.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.5 (1/16–1/8) No Reinforcement No J Appliqué stitching 3.5 (1/8) 2.5–5.0 2.5 1.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 68 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching J Decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 3.0 (1/8) 2.0–4.0 No (1/16–3/16) Reinforcement No J Decorative stitching 4.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 1.0–4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16–3/16) Reinforcement No J Decorative stitching 5.5 (7/32) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.6 1.0–4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16–3/16) Reinforcement No N Decorative stitching and elasticattaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.0 0.2–4.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 69 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Twin Needle Pattern Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching A Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 0.4 0.2–1.0 No (1/64) (1/64–1/16) Automatic reinforcement No A Horizontal buttonholes on areas that are subject to strain 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 0.4 0.2–1.0 No (1/64) (1/64–1/16) Automatic reinforcement No A Horizontal buttonholes on thick fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 0.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 70 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM Quilting stitch (for stippling) Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching J Quilting background stitching (stippling) 7.0 (1/4) 1.0–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.6 1.0–4.0 No (1/16) (1/16–3/16) Reinforcement No S Sewing straight stitches while cutting the fabric 0.0 (0) 0.0–2.5 (0–3/32) 2.5 0.2–5.0 No (3/32) (1/64–3/16) Reinforcement No S Sewing zigzag stitches while cutting the fabric 3.5 (1/8) 3.5–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 1.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 72 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting Stitching You can select any of the various types of stitching available. Stitch types Selecting stitching There are utility stitch, decorative stitch, satin stitch, cross-stitch, combined utility stitch and my custom stitches groups. For details on the types of stitches available, refer to "Stitch Settings" (page 66).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 73 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— f Select the stitch type. Note X The screen containing the various types of stitches appears. • To select a different stitch type, press (Back key). g z When a stitch is selected, the icon for the presser foot that should be used appears in the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached before starting to sew.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 74 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. Fifteen stitches are available for overcasting. The procedure for sewing overcasting stitch is explained according to the presser foot that is used. Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot "G" Three stitches can be used to sew overcasting with overcasting foot "G".
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 75 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot "J" Seven stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Zigzag stitch (center needle position) Zigzag stitch (right needle position) Pattern Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Preventing fraying (center baseline/reverse stitching) 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 76 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing overcasting stitches using the side cutter Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Five stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with the side cutter. Stitch Name Overcasting stitch Pattern Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 77 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pass the upper thread under the side cutter, e and then pull it out toward the rear of the sewing machine. Position the fabric in the side cutter. h The cut in the fabric should be positioned over the guide plate of the side cutter. 1 f Select a stitch. a Guide plate • If the fabric is not positioned correctly, the fabric will not be cut. 3 i sewing.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 78 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Five stitches are available for basic stitching. Stitch Name Basting stitch Pattern 6 1 Straight stitch (left needle position) Straight stitch (center needle position) Triple stretch stitch 2 Application 4 Manual Auto Manual Temporarily securing 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 79 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— e Start sewing. • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 49). • For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 51). f ■ Changing the needle position The needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch (left needle position) and the straight stitch (center needle position).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 80 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Stitch Name Blind hem stitch Pattern 17 18 Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Application Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitching on mediumweight fabrics 0.0 (0) 3← – 3→ 2.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 81 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold The needle is too far to the right. Press to increase the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly f catches the fold of the hem. R 1 a Needle drop point 1 When you change the needle drop point, raise the needle, and then change the stitch width.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 82 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Buttonhole Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Ten stitches are available for sewing one-step buttonholes, one for sewing on buttons. Stitch Name Buttonhole stitch Pattern 82 Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes on thin and mediumweight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8–3/16) 0.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 83 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Buttonhole sewing The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. 1 1 3 1 1 a Reinforcement stitching The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 84 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 85 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and k open the buttonhole. 1 2 1 a Buttonhole lever b Bracket a Seam ripper Gently hold the end of the upper thread in g your left hand, and then start sewing.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 86 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Changing the stitch width Adjust the stitch width. ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot "A" shown in the illustration. • For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 56).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 87 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be attached. • Since the end of the thread will be tied off later, do not set the sewing machine for programmed-thread cutting.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 88 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Start sewing. h Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). X The sewing machine automatically stops after sewing reinforcement stitches. • Do not press the thread cutter button. i stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and Pull the upper thread at the end of the then tie it with the bobbin thread.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 89 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Zipper Insertion A zipper can be sewn in place. Stitch Name Straight stitch (center needle position) Pattern 3 Application Attaching zippers Sewing concealed seams and pintucks Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual – – 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16) Presser Foot I There are many methods for inserting zippers.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 90 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————— UTILITY STITCHES Align the seam with the center of the zipper, e and then baste the zipper in place. h Select stitch 3 . 2 1 3 • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). a Wrong side of fabric b Basting stiching c Zipper CAUTION Remove about 5 cm (2 inch) from the end of f the basting on the outside.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 91 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Press open the seam allowance from the Inserting a side zipper d wrong side of the fabric. Stitching is sewn on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper for side openings and back openings. 1 2 1 a Wrong side of fabric e (the side that will not be stitched) has an extra Press the seam allowance so that the right side 3 3 mm (1/8 inch).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 92 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES h ——————————————————————————————————————————— Select stitch 3 . When you are about 5 cm (2 inch) from the j end of the zipper, stop the sewing machine with the needle lowered (in the fabric), raise the presser foot lever. k Open the zipper and continue sewing. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 93 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Topstitch around the zipper. n Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot. 3 2 1 a b c d e 4 5 Right side of fabric End of zipper opening Reverse stitches Beginning of stitching Basting stitching 3 CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 94 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Stretch stitch Pattern 5 2-point zigzag stitch 9 3-point zigzag stitch 10 Elasticattaching stitch 28 Application Stretch fabrics Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 1.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.0 (1/16–1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 95 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— c Select a stitch. • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). 3 Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 96 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern 7 60 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Attaching appliqués (center baseline/reverse stitching) 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 97 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Place a pattern made of thick paper on the b back of the appliqué, and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron. Turn the balance wheel toward you, and then f begin sewing around the edge of the appliqué, making sure that the needle drops just outside of the appliqué. c onto the fabric that it will be attached to.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 98 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching a place it over the lower piece. Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and Sew the two pieces of fabric together so the b pattern spans over both pieces. Piecing Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called "piecing". The fabric pieces should be cut with a 7 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 99 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ For a seam allowance on the left side Align the left side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch 58 . 1 a 7 mm (1/4 inch) Memo z To change the width of the seam allowance (The needle position), adjust the stitch width. For details, refer to "Adjusting the stitch width" (page 56).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 100 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break. ● Before starting to sew, slowly turn the balance wheel toward you and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. e Select a stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 101 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Free-motion quilting CAUTION With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. When using free-motion quilting, use the quilting foot or the embroidery foot "Q". ● Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 102 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— e Satin stitching A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width of a satin stitch. If the sewing machine is set so that the stitch width can be adjusted using the sewing speed controller, the stitch width can quickly and easily be adjusted. In this case, the sewing speed is adjusted with the foot controller. a Connect the foot controller. b Attach zigzag foot "J".
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 103 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Stitch Name Pattern Triple stretch stitch 4 Bar tack stitch 54 53 Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Manual Auto Manual 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5–4.0 (1/16–3/16) Reinforcing the ends of 2.0 openings, such as the corners of (1/16) pockets 1.0–3.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 104 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— b Attach buttonhole foot "A". c Select stitch 54 Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40). e possible. . 1 a Buttonhole lever • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 105 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Darning Fabric that has been torn can be darned. Darning is sewn as shown below. 1 3 1 a Reinforcement stitching a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot Determine the desired length of the darning. c Select stitch 52 or 53 . "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 106 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, g and then cut the threads. h position. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original Memo 1 a Do not reduce the gap. e possible. Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as 1 a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 107 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Eyelet Stitching Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Three sizes of eyelets are possible: 7 mm, 6 mm and 5 mm (1/4, 15/64 and 3/16 inch). Stitch Name Eyelet stitch a Pattern Application 56 Sewing eyelets, for example, on belts Attach monogramming foot "N". Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 7.0, 6.0 or 5.0 (1/4, 15/64 or 3/16) Stitch Length [mm (inch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 108 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Decorative Stitching The utility stitch group contains the following decorative stitches. Stitch Name Pattern Application Manual Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 5.0 (3/16) 2.5–7.0 (3/25–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 4.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.2 (1/16) 0.2–4.0 (1/64–3/16) 5.0 (3/16) 2.5–7.0 (3/32–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 109 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Stitch Name Pattern Application Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 6.0 (15/64) 1.5–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 29 4.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 3.0 (1/8) 2.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 30 4.0 (3/16) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) 5.5 (7/32) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 110 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "scalloping". It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects. a Attach monogramming foot "N". Smocking The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called "smocking". It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 111 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— e Select stitch 25 , 26 or 27 . Shell tuck stitching The gathers that look like shells are called "shell tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. a Fold the fabric along the bias. b Attach zigzag foot "J". • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). f Stitch between the straight stitches.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 112 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off the edge of the fabric. 1 Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. a Attach zigzag foot "J". J • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 113 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin or mediumweight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. a • When sewing with the wing needle, select a stitch width of 6.0 mm (15/64 inch) or less.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 114 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Drawnwork (Example 1) a Pull out several threads from the fabric. e Press on the LCD. X The pattern is flipped. Sew along the other edge of the frayed section f so that it looks like the previous stitching. N b Attach monogramming foot "N". Press • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40). c Select stitch 33 .
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 115 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Drawnwork (Example 2) Pull out several threads from two sections of a the fabric, separated by an unfrayed section of about 4 mm (3/16 inch). 3 1 a 4 mm (3/16 inch) b Attach monogramming foot "N". • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40). c Select stitch 36 . • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 47). d Sew along the center of the unfrayed section.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 116 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing the Various Built-In Decorative Patterns Besides utility stitches, you can sew decorative stitches, satin stitches and cross-stitches. All are sewn with monogramming foot "N". Sewing beautiful patterns In order to sew the patterns correctly, the following must be considered.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 117 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Changing satin stitch length Realigning the pattern The length for one satin stitch can be changed in five gradations. Press (Menu key) on the display panel, ). a and select the satin stitch group ( The pattern may not be sewn correctly, depending on the type of fabric being sewn or the sewing speed.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 118 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Check the sewn pattern. e If the part of the pattern indicated in the illustration is sewn uniformly, the pattern is correctly aligned. Press to increase the adjustment setting. Press to decrease the adjustment setting. If the pattern is not sewn correctly, follow the steps below to adjust the sewing. f panel.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 119 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Sewing combined patterns You can combine and sew multiple patterns, and you can store the combined patterns in the sewing machine memory. Combining patterns You can sew with combinations of stitches from the decorative stitch, satin stitch, cross-stitch and combined utility stitch groups. Up to 35 patterns can be combined.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 120 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Repeating patterns When multiple stitches are combined, the sewing machine stops when the pattern displayed on the LCD has been completed. Use the following operations to sew a combined pattern repeatedly. After the patterns have been combined, press a . If pressed again, it turns to (single sewing).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 121 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Recalling a pattern Storing a pattern Press Combined patterns can be stored for later use. Since stored patterns are not lost after the sewing machine is turned off, they can be recalled at any time. Up to five patterns can be stored. a panel. (Memory key) in the operation Recall the stored pattern. ■ Storing a pattern Create the combined pattern that you wish to a store.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 122 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Deleting a stored pattern Stored pattern in the pockets can be deleted. a Select one of the stitch groups (except Check the contents if they can be deleted, then . d press ). X The stored pattern is deleted, and . • When embroidery unit is attached, select one of the character groups. Press b panel.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 123 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Designing a Pattern (My Custom Stitch) With the My Custom Stitch function, you can sew stitch patterns that you design yourself. c positioned at intersections in the grid, and Mark the points in the pattern that are Drawing a sketch of the pattern then link those points with a continuous straight line. Prepare a grid sheet set. a set.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 124 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Specify whether single stitching or triple e stitching will be sewn between the points. Entering the pattern data is single stitching, and stitching. Follow the pattern drawn on the grid sheet and program the pattern into the sewing machine. a gives triple Attach monogramming foot "N". • For details, refer to "Replacing the presser foot" (page 40).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 125 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Specify the various stitching settings, such as i reverse/reinforcement stitching, in the same way as with other stitches. • To revise the pattern, press . Memo z The pattern you entered can be stored for later use. For details, refer to "Storing a pattern" (page 121).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 126 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————— Examples of designs Enter each of the points indicated in the table to sew the sample stitch.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 127 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM 4 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering will be explained here. Embroidering neatly ..............................................................................................128 Attaching the embroidery foot ..............................................................................131 Attaching the embroidery unit ..............................................................................134 Preparing the fabric......................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 128 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering neatly What is necessary before embroidering will be explained here. What to prepare ■ Stabilizer material Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs. The following is necessary for embroidering. ■ Fabric Prepare the fabric for embroidery.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 129 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Needle Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. z When replacing the needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 37).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 130 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidery step by step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Presser foot attachment Attach the embroidery foot "Q". For details on attaching the embroidery foot, refer to "Attaching the embroidery foot" (on the next page) ↓ 2 Checking the needle Use a needle matched to the fabric. For details on replacing the needle, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 37).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 131 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the embroidery foot Attachment of the embroidery foot is explained here. Attaching the embroidery foot Attach the embroidery foot when embroidering. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 132 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Loosen the presser foot holder screw and e remove the presser foot holder. Turn the screwdriver toward the back. 2 1 3 a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw X Remove the presser foot holder. f needle clamp screw bar. Set the bar on the embroidery foot onto the 1 2 a Embroidery foot bar b Needle clamp screw g foot holder screw.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 133 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Removing the embroidery foot a twice to raise the needle. Press (Needle position button) once or e Attach the presser foot holder. • For details, refer to "Attaching the presser foot holder" (page 42). 1 X The needle is raised. b Turn off the sewing machine. 4 c Raise the presser foot lever. 1 a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is raised. d remove the embroidery foot "Q".
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 134 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit for embroidering. Embroidery unit precautions Cautions for the embroidery unit will be explained here. Attaching the embroidery unit Get the included embroidery unit ready. CAUTION ● Do not move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause injury.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 135 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Open the cover of the embroidery unit con- c nector slot, which is on the left side of the sew- Slide the embroidery unit onto the sewing e machine arm. ing machine arm. Pull the cover open toward you and then push it all the way back into the slot. Push it in until it clicks and stops. 1 1 2 2 a Embroidery unit connector slot b Cover X The embroidery unit is attached.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 136 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● Do not put your hands or anything else near the carriage. It could cause injury. Note z If the initial settings are made with hands or objects near the carriage, the LCD may return to the initial display. In such a case, turn the power on again after removing whatever is near the carriage. X The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern group is displayed.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 137 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the removal lever on the bottom left of e the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the Put the cover on the embroidery unit and store h it. embroidery unit to the left. 1 Memo z The embroidery unit can be stored with embroidery frame (medium) or (small) attached. a Removal lever X The embroidery unit separates from the sewing machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 138 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Preparing the fabric After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame. a the embroidery frame being used. Prepare stabilizer material that is larger than Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 139 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Loosen the embroidery frame adjustment Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame The fabric is stretched on the embroidery frame. If the fabric is loose, the quality of the embroidery pattern may be poor. Put the fabric in the frame without slack following the steps below. Have a fabric with a stabilizer material attached and the embroidery frame (medium), (small) and (large) ready.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 140 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Gently remove the fabric from the frame e without loosening the adjustment screw. Tighten the adjustment screw while removing g any slack in the fabric by hand. The goal is to have a drum-like sound when the stretched fabric is struck lightly. Memo z This precautionary step will help reduce pattern distortion while embroidering.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 141 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— b Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. 1 2 ■ Embroidery on fabrics that cannot be stretched on an embroidery frame When small pieces of fabric that cannot be stretched on an embroidery frame or thin pieces like ribbon are being embroidered, use stabilizer material as a base to stretch on the frame. We recommend stabilizer material for embroidery.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 142 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the embroidery frame The embroidery frame with the stretched fabric is attached to the embroidery unit. d the embroidery carriage frame holder from the Firmly insert the embroidery frame guide into Attaching the embroidery frame Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the a bobbin and set it into the shuttle. top.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 143 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Removing the embroidery frame a Be sure that the sewing machine is stopped. b Raise the presser foot lever. CAUTION ● Do not hit the needle with your finger or the embroidery frame. It could result in injury or the breaking of the needle. 1 a Presser foot lever Press the part of the embroidery frame holder c in the figure to the left side, and raise the embroidery frame.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 144 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting embroidery patterns The pattern for the embroidery is selected. Copyright Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial use of copyrighted patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is strictly prohibited. Embroidery pattern types These are the following groups of patterns.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 145 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— LCD (liquid crystal display) operation The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the operation keys on the display panel. The use of the keys for embroidery will be explained here. ■ LCD button When a specific pattern is selected, touch this key and then, press to switch the display. The sewing settings such as the specified character string and color are confirmed.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 146 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Press when you want to change the color character by character in character embroidery. Since the sewing machine stops at the end of each character, the upper thread is changed as you sew. Selecting characters Specify the characters for embroidery. A maximum of 25 continuous characters from the same group can be combined.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 147 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting embroidery patterns There are 70 embroidery patterns, such as fruit and animals, stored in the machine's computer memory. Memo z Refer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table" in the Quick reference guide for samples of completed patterns and the thread used. a Press embroidery pattern. X The pattern selection screen is displayed. b Switch screens using Select the pattern.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 148 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— X If a stitch is selected, it can be embroidered. Selecting a frame pattern Ten shapes, such as squares and circles, can be combined with 12 stitch types. Memo z Refer to "Frame patterns" in the Quick reference guide for frame pattern shapes and stitches. a Press the frame pattern. X The frame shape selection screen is displayed. b Switch the screen using Select the frame shape.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 149 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using an embroidery card c Turn on the sewing machine. d Press the embroidery card on the LCD. If an embroidery card is used, you can embroider patterns other than the patterns stored in the sewing machine. There are various cards with different themes. Note z Always turn off the sewing machine to insert and remove embroidery cards.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 150 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. An example of the steps for an embroidery pattern will be given here. Example: Embroidery thread number selected Embroidering a pattern Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color. a on the LCD.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 151 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Lower the presser foot lever. h Press (Start/stop button) again. X The embroidery begins again. X Stitching stops automatically with reinforcement after one color has been completed. When automatic thread cutting is set, the thread is cut. i Remove the thread cassette. 1 a Presser foot lever e Press (Start/stop button).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 152 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Remove the fabric from the embroidery frame, d and cut it out along the stitching. Appliquéing Cut carefully along the stitching and remove the thread. With embroidery patterns that display "APPLIQUE", you can appliqué. Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece). a Select an appliqué pattern.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 153 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Lower the presser foot lever, and press i (Start/stop button). j change thread colors as you sew.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 154 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Convenient Functions Ways for fixing problems when there are mistakes in adjustments and colors for the pattern and convenient functions will be explained here. Adjusting the layout The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. You can check the layout before starting embroidery and change the position and the size.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 155 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Horizontal mirror image key Mirrors the embroidery left and right. When it is Storing characters , it cannot be used. Stitch beginning key Switches the position for beginning stitching between center/lower left of the design. Trial key Moves the embroidery unit carriage, and checks the embroidery range. The characters you entered can be stored in the sewing machine memory.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 156 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Recalling stored characters. Recall stored characters. Press (Memory key). a This can be pressed no matter what screen is Memo z The stored characters can be deleted. For details, refer to "Storing a pattern" (page 121). being displayed. Note X The pocket selection screen is displayed. Select the pocket (1 - 5) where the characters b you wish to recall are stored.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 157 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the thread tension If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread and the fabric may be damaged. Before embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check the adjustment of the thread tension, etc. Thread tension adjustment will be explained here. The upper thread tension is changed using the thread tension dial on the left side of the sewing machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 158 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Thread runs out partway through a design When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while sewing, the sewing machine stops. Move the needle back about ten stitches and resume sewing. a Set up the upper or bobbin thread. b Press Stopping while embroidering If the embroidery is stopped before it is complete, check the current needle count before turning off the sewing machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 159 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Press . Press (Forward one stitch) to increase j the needle count. If is pressed continuously, it moves forward 1 —> 9 —> 20 stitches. X The selected pattern is turned off, and it returns to the initial embroidery screen. e Turn off the sewing machine. Move forward to about ten stitches before the total number of stitches confirmed in b .
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 161 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM 5 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Maintenance..........................................................................................................162 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................164 Index ........................................................................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 162 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Maintenance Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 163 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Remove the shuttle. d Grasp the shuttle, and then pull it out. 1 a Shuttle 1 g the needle plate, and then slide the cover back Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into a Shuttle Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to e remove any lint and dust from the race and its on. surrounding area. 1 2 a Cleaning brush b Shuttle race CAUTION • Do not apply oil to the shuttle.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 164 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The sewing machine does not operate. The needle breaks. 164 Probable Cause Remedy Reference The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 165 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom The upper thread breaks. Probable Cause Remedy Reference The upper thread was not threaded correctly (for example, the spool is not installed correctly, the spool cap is too big for the spool being used, or the thread has come out of the needle bar thread hook). Correct the upper threading. page 23 There are knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots or tangles.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 166 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom The lower thread is tangled or breaks. The thread tension is incorrect. The fabric is wrinkled. 166 Probable Cause Remedy Reference The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread. The bobbin is scratched or does not rotate smoothly, or has a burr on it. Replace the bobbin. The thread is tangled.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 167 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Stitches are skipped. A high-pitched noise is made while sewing. The thread does not pass through the eye of the needle. The stitch is not sewn correctly. The fabric does not feed. Probable Cause Remedy Reference The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 23 The combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 168 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Probable Cause Nothing appears in the LCD. The brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. Adjust the brightness of the LCD. page 172 Machine does not operate when button is pressed. An animation is displayed on the LCD. Touch the LCD with your finger, and the animation will disappear. page 20, page 40 No pattern selected. Select a pattern.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 169 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Error messages When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the LCD. Follow what is displayed. Error Message Probable Cause The upper thread has become tangled around the shuttle, and the needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the sewing machine stops (refer to page 164).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 170 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Error Message Probable Cause The start/stop button was pressed before the editing was completed with the My custom stitch function. When the embroidery unit is attached. You pressed the Back key or the Menu key while a pattern was selected. The start/stop button or reverse/reinforcement stitch button was pressed when no pattern is selected.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 171 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Error Message Probable Cause You tried to recall a pattern not saved on the card with an embroidery card in place.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 172 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Nothing appears in the LCD Operation beep If nothing appears in the LCD when the sewing machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. If this is the case, perform the following operation. Each time a key is pressed or an incorrect operation is performed, a beep is sounded. a ■ If an incorrect operation is performed Two or four beeps are sounded.
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 173 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Cancelling the operation beep When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time an operation panel key is pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. a Turn on the sewing machine. X The LCD comes on. Press b panel. (Settings key) in the operation X The settings screen appears. c Press d Press OFF for the buzzer. 5 (Next page key).
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 174 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Index A accessories .......................................................Cover A, 1 accessory case ..................................................... Cover A adjusting layout ..........................................................154 adjusting stitch length ...................................................57 adjusting stitch width .................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 175 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM ———————————————————————————————————————————————————— F N fabric positioning ..........................................................48 fagoting .......................................................................109 fagoting stitch .............................................................108 feed dog position switch ...................................... Cover C feed dogs .............................................................
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SE-BrotherE_sgml.book Page 176 Monday, June 30, 2003 3:44 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Q quick reference guide .......................................... Cover A quilt stitching ................................................................96 quilting .........................................................................99 quilting foot ....................................................................1 quilting guide ..................................................
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