Brother 888-g80, Operation Manual

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Preparing the Fabric
B-30
Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame
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Types of embroidery frames
The types and numbers of supplied embroidery frames
will differ depending on the machine model.
Extra Large
Embroidery field 26 cm × 16 cm
(10 - 1/4 inches × 6 - 1/4 inches)
Use when embroidering connected or combined
characters or patterns, or when embroidering large
patterns.
Large (sold separately with some models)
Embroidery field 18 cm × 13 cm (7 inches × 5 inches)
Use when embroidering patterns between 10 cm × 10 cm
(4 inches × 4 inches) and
18 cm × 13 cm (7 inches × 5 inches).
Medium (sold separately with some models)
Embroidery field 10 cm × 10 cm (4 inches × 4 inches)
Use when embroidering patterns under 10 cm × 10 cm
(4 inches × 4 inches).
Small (sold separately with some models)
Embroidering field 2 cm × 6 cm (1 inch × 2 - 1/2 inches)
Use when embroidering small sized patterns, such as
name tags.
Other optional embroidery frames can be used. When
choosing frames that do not appear on the screen, be sure
to check the design size of the embroidery field of the
optional frame. Check with your authorized Brother
dealer for frame compatibility.
Select a frame that is slightly larger than the pattern size.
Included frame options are displayed on the screen.
1 Highlighted: Can be used
2
Shaded: Cannot be used
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Inserting the Fabric
a
Lift-up and loosen the frame adjustment screw and
remove the inner frame.
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Frame adjustment screw
2 Inner frame
CAUTION
• If you use a frame that is too small, the presser
foot may strike the frame during sewing and
cause injury or may damage your machine.
Note
• If the fabric is not securely held in the embroidery
frame, the embroidery design will sew out poorly.
Insert the fabric on a level surface, and gently
stretch the fabric taut in the frame. Follow the
steps below to insert the fabric correctly.
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