Brother 888-G30, Operation Manual

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Embroidering Preparation
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Be sure that no objects or hands are near the
embroidery unit and press
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The carriage moves to its initial position.
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The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type
is displayed.
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Removing the embroidery unit
Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and
follow the instructions below.
a
Remove the embroidery frame.
• For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer
to “Removing the embroidery frame” on page 85.
b
Press , and then press .
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The embroidery carriage moves into a position
where it can be stored.
c
Turn off the machine.
d
Hold the release button on the bottom left of the
embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit
to the left.
Embroidering attractive finishes
There are many factors that go into beautiful embroidery.
Using the appropriate stabilizer (page 82) and hooping the
fabric in the frame (page 82) are two important factors
mentioned earlier. Another important point is the
appropriateness of the needle and thread being used. See
the explanation of threads below.
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Thread
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Bobbin case
Two types of bobbin cases are included with this
machine. When embroidering, use the appropriate bobbin
case depending on the bobbin thread that will be used.
See the explanation of bobbin case types below.
Standard bobbin case (recommended for sewing and for
embroidering with included 60 weight bobbin thread)
1
Standard bobbin case
(green marking on the screw)
The standard bobbin case originally installed in the
machine has a green marking on the tension adjustment
screw. We recommend using the included embroidery
bobbin thread with this bobbin case. Do not adjust the
tension screw on this bobbin case with the green marked
screw.
Alternate bobbin case (for prewound or other
embroidery bobbin threads)
2
Alternate bobbin case
(no color on the screw)
The alternate bobbin case with no color on the tension
adjustment screw is set with tighter tension for embroidery
with different weights of bobbin threads and a variety of
embroidery techniques. This bobbin case is identified with
a dark colored mark on the inside of the bobbin cavity.
The tension screw on this case can be adjusted if
necessary. For details on adjusting thread tension, refer to
“Adjusting thread tension” on page 91.
• Refer to “Cleaning the race” on page 103 for how to
remove the bobbin case.
Memo
• Utility stitches cannot be selected when the
embroidery unit is attached.
CAUTION
• Always turn off the machine before removing
the embroidery unit.
It may cause malfunctions if removed when
the machine is turned on.
Upper thread Use embroidery thread intended for use with
this machine. Other embroidery threads may
not yield optimum results.
Bobbin thread Use the included 60 weight embroidery
bobbin thread or recommended 60 weight
embroidery bobbin thread.
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