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Brother PR-600, Manual

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................ i
License Agreement ............................................................................................................... v
Warning Labels.................................................................................................................... vi
Precautions......................................................................................................................... vii

Concerning optional embroidery cards ............................................................................................................ vii
Care of CompactFlash cards............................................................................................................................ viii
Care of floppy disks......................................................................................................................................... viii

Machine Structure and Features.......................................................................................... ix

Six-needle machine embroidering ..................................................................................................................... ix
Differences with single-needle machines ........................................................................................................... x
Other features ................................................................................................................................................... xi
Available features............................................................................................................................................. xii

Manual Structure............................................................................................................... xiii

Read before use .............................................................................................................................................. xiii
Read when additional information is required ................................................................................................. xiii
Searching for information ................................................................................................................................ xiii

Contents ............................................................................................................................. xv

GETTING READY

1

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ......................................................................2

Front view.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Operation panel................................................................................................................................................. 3

Included Accessories ............................................................................................................4

Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

Optional Accessories............................................................................................................5
Setting Up the Machine........................................................................................................6

Setup and transporting precautions .................................................................................................................... 6
Setup location .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Setting up the machine....................................................................................................................................... 8
Adjusting the operation panel position ............................................................................................................... 9
Preparing the thread guide assembly ................................................................................................................ 10
Positioning the spool stand............................................................................................................................... 11
Attaching the embroidery frame holder ............................................................................................................ 11

EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL

13

Operating Precautions........................................................................................................ 14

Power supply precautions ................................................................................................................................ 14
Needle precautions .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Checking the needle ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Bobbin precautions .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Upper thread recommendations ....................................................................................................................... 16
Fabric recommendations.................................................................................................................................. 16
Display recommendations................................................................................................................................ 16

Basic Procedures ................................................................................................................ 17
Installing the Bobbin .......................................................................................................... 18

Removing the bobbin case ............................................................................................................................... 18
Installing the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Installing the bobbin case................................................................................................................................. 19

Turning ON the Machine ................................................................................................... 20

Understanding the screens ............................................................................................................................... 21
Screen overview............................................................................................................................................... 22

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ........................................................................................ 23

Selecting an embroidery pattern ....................................................................................................................... 24

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Summary of Contents for PR-600

Page 1: ...m the accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth 5 Never drop or insert any object into any opening 6 Do not use outdoors 7 Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered 8 To disconnect set the main power switch to the position which represents off and then remove the plug from the outlet 9 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord To unplug grasp the p...

Page 2: ... mark rating as marked on plug Always replace the fuse cover never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wiring in the main le...

Page 3: ...dio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged ...

Page 4: ...cords For a longer service life 1 When storing this machine avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations Do not use or store the machine near a space heater iron halogen lamp or other hot objects 2 Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the machine Benzene thinner and scouring powders can damage the machine and should never be used 3 Do not drop or hit the machine 4 Always consult the ...

Page 5: ...t any one time Reproduce modify publish distribute sell rent sublicense or otherwise make available to others CONTENT Distribute rent sublicense lease sell transfer or assign the media card or CONTENT Decompile disassemble or otherwise reverse engineer the CONTENT or assist others to do the same Alter translate modify or adapt the CONTENT or any part thereof for business commercial or industrial p...

Page 6: ...ing warning labels are on the machine Be sure to observe the precautions described in the labels 1 2 Please put one drop of oil to the hook before you use everyday Label locations Sapphire book Page vi Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 7: ...ions or strong magnetic forces such as from speakers While embroidery data is being recalled from the embroidery card do not allow the machine to be exposed to vibrations or impacts and do not attempt to remove the embroidery card from the machine Store embroidery cards in their protective cases If an embroidery card other than our original embroidery cards are used the embroidery machine may not ...

Page 8: ...sks In addition do not open the shutter on the floppy disk and directly touch the disk Do not forcefully bend drop scratch or place heavy objects on top of the floppy disks Do not allow the floppy disks to become wet such as with water solvents drinks or any other liquids Do not place floppy disks near magnetic objects such as disk drives Do not use or store floppy disks in locations exposed to vi...

Page 9: ...are already threaded by the same colors that are going to sew on the next pattern the machine will assign those needles to the right colors automatically to reduce the number of thread spool change Therefore the machine does not always assign colors according as the needle number The machine assigns colors based on the threaded condition Memo Sewing is not necessarily performed in the order of the...

Page 10: ... come back to the needle that the machine is already used and sew the same color again automatically Automatic sewing reduces sewing time Except to change the thread spools with patterns containing seven or more colors once the machine is started it continues to operate automatically from lowering the presser foot to performing the specified operations at the starting and end positions in addition...

Page 11: ... The thread color information for manufacturers threads is available making it easy to choose the appropriate thread color Expanded thread color display feature enables colors to be displayed in almost the true color The colors and thread color numbers are stored in the machine s memory From this thread color library you can select colors to create your own color thread table If the pattern colors...

Page 12: ...s with a maximum size of 200 mm H 300 mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W can be embroidered If the optional cap frame is used embroidery can be sewn on caps Various built in patterns In addition to the many lettering patterns embroidery patterns and frame patterns built into the machine if an optional embroidery card is used many more embroidery patterns are available Embroidery pattern editing L...

Page 13: ... on the LCD will be provided Chapter 7 Appendix This chapter provides descriptions of techniques for various embroidering operations pointers for creating beautiful embroidery and details on maintenance procedures and corrective measures that should be taken when a problem occurs Searching for information Searching the manual By title Check the descriptions at the left for the contents of each cha...

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Page 15: ...s 4 Optional Accessories 5 Setting Up the Machine 6 Setup and transporting precautions 6 Setup location 7 Setting up the machine 8 Adjusting the operation panel position 9 Preparing the thread guide assembly 10 Positioning the spool stand 11 Attaching the embroidery frame holder 11 EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL 13 Operating Precautions 14 Power supply precautions 14 Needle precautions 15 Checking the need...

Page 16: ...een 51 Understanding the embroidering settings screen 53 Understanding the embroidering screen 55 When you have a question this may help you 57 TECHNICAL TERMS 57 PATTERNS 58 EMBROIDERING 58 OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES 59 Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned Off 60 Changing the Needle 61 Replacing the needle 61 Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames 63 Embroidery frame type...

Page 17: ...he machine 108 Embroidery cards optional 109 Computer USB 111 CompactFlash cards purchase at local retailers 114 Floppy disks commercially available 116 Editing the Embroidery Pattern Pattern Editing Screen 118 Combining patterns 118 Selecting the pattern to be edited 119 Moving a pattern 119 Flipping a pattern horizontally 120 Flipping a pattern vertically 120 Changing the size of a pattern 120 R...

Page 18: ...ooping Techniques 166 Fabric stabilizer compatibility chart 167 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 168 Attaching an optional embroidery frame for industrial embroidery machines 168 Using the Optional Cap Frame 169 Cap frame and its accessories 169 Preparing to use the cap frame 170 Attaching the cap frame 173 Installing the embroidery frame holder 176 Using the Optional Bobbin Winder 178 Precautions 178 Optiona...

Page 19: ...g to sew are described in this chapter Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 2 Front view 2 Right side rear view 3 Operation panel 3 Included Accessories 4 Accessories 4 Optional Accessories 5 Setting Up the Machine 6 Setup and transporting precautions 6 Setup location 7 Setting up the machine 8 Adjusting the operation panel position 9 Preparing the thread guide assembly 10 Positioning the sp...

Page 20: ...ves to the left and right to move the needle to the embroidering position 4 Carriage Attach the embroidery frame to the carriage When the machine is turned on or when the machine does embroidery the carriage moves forward backward left and right 5 Hook cover Hook Open the hook cover and then insert the bobbin case into the hook 6 Thread guide 7 Thread guide assembly support 8 Spool stand Put 6 thr...

Page 21: ... supply plug Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply plug 9 Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the machine ON I and OFF 0 Ventilation slots Operation panel 1 Start stop button Press the start stop button to start or stop machine The lighting status and color of the button changes depending on the operation condition of the machine Lit in red When the machine...

Page 22: ...4 Offset screwdriver XC6545 051 15 Disc shaped screwdriver XC1074 051 16 Wrench 13 x 10 XC6159 051 17 Oiler XC6547 051 18 Clean brush X59476 051 19 Weight XC5974 051 20 USB cable XC5910 051 21 Embroidery frame extra large 200 mm H 300 mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W PRH300 XC6284 052 22 Embroidery frame large 130 mm H 180 mm W 5 1 8 inches H 7 1 8 inches W PRH180 XC6285 052 23 Embroidery frame...

Page 23: ...XA4502 001 29 Lace SA329 XA4664 001 30 Wildlife Animals SA330 XA4771 001 31 Large Flower II SA331 XA5037 001 32 Musical Instrument SA332 XA5386 001 33 Trees SA333 XA5567 001 35 Cats Dogs II SA335 XA5629 001 36 Fruits Vegetables SA336 XA5659 001 37 Appliqué Alphabet SA337 XA5753 001 38 Angel SA338 XA5781 001 39 Doll Face SA339 XA5978 001 40 Sports 3 SA340 XA6111 001 No Part Name Model Name Parts Co...

Page 24: ...the ventilation slots otherwise the machine s motor may overheat resulting in a fire or in damage to the machine The machine weight is approximately 37 kg 81 Ibs The transporting or setting up of the embroidery machine should be performed by two people When transporting the machine be sure to lift it from the bottom at the indicated positions by two people Lifting the machine from any other area m...

Page 25: ...d the back In order to prevent malfunctions or damage do not set up the machine in a location exposed to the following conditions More than 50 mm 2 inches More than 350 mm 13 3 4 inches More than 250 mm 9 7 8 inches 512 mm 20 5 32 inches More than 250 mm 9 7 8 inches 770 mm 30 5 16 inches 589 mm 23 3 16 inches CAUTION Direct sunlight Extreme dust Insufficient space An unstable surface Connection t...

Page 26: ...nch to turn the adjustable foot nut on the foot Turning the nut in direction 1 lengthens the leg turning the nut in direction 2 shortens the leg 1 Adjustable foot nut Adjust all four legs so that they securely contact the desk or table 5 After adjusting the legs to the desired length use the included wrench to tighten the nuts 1 Lock nut 6 Press down on each corner of the embroidery machine to che...

Page 27: ...n the thumb screw 3 Adjust the orientation of the operation panel Loosen the thumb screw adjust the operation panel to an easy to view orientation and then tighten the thumb screw 1 Thumb screw 4 Adjust the angle of the operation panel Loosen the thumb screw adjust the operation panel to an easy to view angle and then tighten the thumb screw 1 Thumb screw Note Using the disc shaped screwdriver inc...

Page 28: ...ssembly support 3 Using the Phillips screwdriver loosen the screws on the left and right sides of the thread guide assembly and lift up the thread guide so that it is level 1 Loosen Screws 4 Tighten the screws on the left and right sides of the thread guide assembly Note If the screws are not loosened enough it may not be easy to move the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide Do not a...

Page 29: ...n the thumb screw X Secure the spool stand in the opened position Attaching the embroidery frame holder Attach the embroidery frame holder to the carriage 1 Remove the two thumb screws of the embroidery frame holder 1 Thumb screws 2 Align the holes in the embroidery frame holder with the pins on the frame mounting plate of the carriage 1 Pins on the frame mounting plate 2 Holes in the embroidery f...

Page 30: ...holder with the two thumb screws 1 Use the thumb screws removed in step 1 Note Using the disc shaped screwdriver included firmly tighten the thumb screw This completes the preparation of the machine Sapphire book Page 12 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 31: ...48 When You Have a Question This May Help You 57 Installing the Bobbin Turning ON the Machine Selecting an Embroidery Pattern Editing the Embroidery Pattern Specifying Embroidering Setting Previewing the Image Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine Checking the Embroidery Area Upper Threading Sewing the Embroidery Checking the Thread Tension Removi...

Page 32: ... extension cords or multi plug adapters with many other appliances plugged into them otherwise a fire or an electric shock may result Do not plug in or unplug the power supply cord with wet hands otherwise an electric shock may result When unplugging the power supply cord be sure to first turn off the machine and then grasp the plug when unplugging the cord Pulling on the cord may damage it or res...

Page 33: ... needles 130 705 H E may be used as a substitute Use of any other needles may break the needle or thread or damage the needle threading mechanism or result to injuries Never use bent needles Bent needles can easily break possibly resulting in injuries Only use prewound bobbin COATS L type TRU SEW POLYESTER Filaments or bobbins designed specifically for this machine Use of any other bobbin may resu...

Page 34: ...serve the following recommendations concerning the use of the display Note Only touch the display with your finger or included touch pen Do not use a mechanical pencil screwdriver or any other hard or sharp object In addition do not apply extreme pressure to the display screen otherwise damage to the display screen may result All or part of the display screen may sometimes become darker or lighter...

Page 35: ...basic procedures are provided on pages 14 to 16 These precautions must be strictly observed in order for the machine to function properly Make sure to read these precautions Procedure Operation Tutorial Reference Page Operating Procedure Reference Page 1 Install the bobbin p 18 p 15 2 Turn on the machine p 20 p 14 16 3 Select an embroidery pattern p 23 4 Edit the embroidery pattern p 25 5 Specify ...

Page 36: ...in case 1 Open the hook cover Pull the hook cover toward you 2 Pull the thread picker toward you 1 Thread Picker To gain access to the bobbin case easily pull the thread picker toward front Note Thread picker is a device that is used to hold the thread when begining to sew or when trimming the thread 3 Grab the bobbin case latch and remove the bobbin case 1 Latch 4 Close the latch and then remove ...

Page 37: ...ening in the tension adjusting spring 1 Pull out about 50 mm 2 inches of thread Installing the bobbin case 1 Insert the bobbin case into the hook Insert the bobbin case while aligning the tab on the bobbin case with the notch in the hook as shown in the illustration 1 Tab 2 Notch Fully insert the bobbin case until it snaps into place 2 Close the hook cover Memo This embroidery machine is not equip...

Page 38: ... moves and the number 1 needle bar moves to the embroidering position Note For U S A only This appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other To reduce the risk of electrical shock this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet in only one direction If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install...

Page 39: ...ering screen No Display Key Name Function Reference Page 1 Settings key Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings p 140 2 Machine operations guide key Touch this key to check a machine operation p 151 3 New embroidery key Cancels all operations previously performed and returns to the initial pattern group selection screen 4 Help key When a problem occurs for example there is an oper...

Page 40: ...reen In the pattern editing screen edit the pattern Refer to page 25 51 1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type selection screen and add another pattern 2 Touch this key to continue to the embroidering settings screen In the pattern list screen select the pattern Refer to page 23 50 1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type selection screen 2 Touch this key to continue to the pattern e...

Page 41: ...the keys and other information on the screen refer to page 49 1 Pattern type keys 2 On models without a built in floppy disk drive this appears only when the optional floppy disk drive is installed In the pattern list screen search for the desired pattern and then touch the key for the pattern Pattern list screen For details on the keys and other information on the screen refer to page 50 1 Patter...

Page 42: ...isplay the previous page If the previous page key is touched while the first page is displayed the last page is displayed 3 Touch the desired pattern For this example touch X The selected pattern appears in the pattern display area After a pattern is selected the following appear 1 Vertical length of the pattern 2 Horizontal width of the pattern 3 Number of thread color changes and the keys indica...

Page 43: ...le if the wrong pattern was selected No pattern is selected and the pattern type selection screen appears 5 Continues to the next screen 6 Displays a preview image 7 Touch to edit the pattern In this example we will not edit the pattern Without performing any editing operations continue to the next screen Continuing to the embroidering settings screen 1 Press X The embroidering settings screen is ...

Page 44: ...ng settings screen the embroidery frame guide in the pattern display area indicates the size of the installed embroidery frame In this example we will not specify any of the embroidering settings Continue with the next operation Memo If the embroidery frame is not positioned correctly when continuing to the embroidering settings screen the embroidery frame is moved to the correct position at the s...

Page 45: ...eview image is displayed 1 Touch these keys to display the pattern in the various sizes of embroidery frames The embroidery frames that appear in white on gray keys cannot be selected 2 Touch this key to display an enlarged view of the pattern 2 Touch to return to the previous screen Memo The preview image can also be displayed from the pattern editing screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Sapph...

Page 46: ...es that can be used appear darker embroidery frames that cannot be used appear lighter Embroidery frame types There are four sizes of embroidery frames For details on the uses for each frame refer to Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames on page 63 Note The embroidery frame indicators show all embroidery frame sizes in which the embroidery pattern can be sewn Be sure to use an embroidery frame of ...

Page 47: ...htly tighten the screw and then pull the edges of the fabric 6 Securely tighten the screw and then check that the fabric is taut After stretching the fabric lightly tapping it should produce a drum like sound Firmly clamp together the inner and outer frames so that the bottom of the inner frame is lower than the bottom of the outer frame 1 Inner frame 2 Outer frame 3 Bottom of inner frame Using th...

Page 48: ...it the presser foot resulting in injuries When attaching the embroidery frame make sure that the start stop button is lit in red If the start stop button is flashing in green the embroidery machine may start sewing If the embroidery machine accidentally starts operating injuries may result When attaching the embroidery frame make sure that the embroidery frame does not hit any other part of the em...

Page 49: ... trial sewing function to check that the pattern fits within the sewing area If an embroidery frame for an industrial embroidery machine is installed the right arm of the embroidery frame holder must also move For details refer to page 168 5 Mark for small embroidery frame 6 Align the screw with the mark Note Please firmly tighten the two thumb screws with included disc shaped screwdriver The mach...

Page 50: ... Carefully watch the movement of the embroidery frame and check that the embroidery is sewn in the desired location and that the embroidery frame does not hit the presser foot Checking with the embroidery frame stopped Stopping checking The embroidery frame can be temporarily stopped at a desired position or the checking of the embroidering area can be stopped 5 When the embroidery frame moves to ...

Page 51: ...formation for the third needle bar 4 Thread information for the fourth needle bar 5 Thread information for the fifth needle bar 6 Thread information for the sixth needle bar 7 If no thread color name is displayed that needle bar is not being used 8 Change thread spools message Refer to page 75 This message appears when it is necessary for the thread spools to be changed If 9 is not touched to clos...

Page 52: ...ols will need to be changed 4 Touch a key to move the selected needle bar to the sewing position Use when threading the needle with the automatic needle threading mechanism 5 Use these keys to specify various embroidering settings or to return to the embroidering settings screen 6 To start the machine touch this key to unlock the machine and then press the start stop button When unlock key in the ...

Page 53: ...5 dtex 2 40 weight in Americas and Europe 50 in Japan Memo The path that the embroidery machine should be threaded is indicated by a line on the machine Be sure to thread the machine as indicated When threading the upper thread carefully follow the instructions If the upper threading is not performing correctly the thread may break or become tangled causing the needle to bend or break 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 54: ...ss the thread through the number 1 hole in the thread guide just above the spool and then pass the thread through the number 1 hole in the thread guide toward the front of the machine 1 Number 1 hole in the thread guide above the spool 2 Number 1 hole in the thread guide toward the front of the machine 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 5 6 The numbers indicate the thread path for...

Page 55: ... pass it under the guide from the right 1 Upper thread guide 5 Wind the thread clockwise once around the number 1 thread tension disc 1 Thread tension disc Make sure that the thread is securely caught in the thread tension disc and passed correct thread guide pins Note All thread tension disc are threaded in clockwise direction 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 2 2 3...

Page 56: ...ead guide pin is designed to prevent the thread from becoming tangled Thread each needle bar as shown in the illustration 7 Pass the thread along the number 1 slot to pass it through the number 1 take up lever hole from the right 1 Thread take up lever 8 Pass the thread through the slot in the thread guide and then through the hole in the number 1 lower thread guide 1 Hole in lower thread guide 9 ...

Page 57: ...t about 15 cm 6 inches of thread Then as shown in the illustration pull the thread through the fork of the automatic needle threading mechanism from the right and then after pulling the thread through the guide on the presser foot pull the thread through the thread cutter to cut it 1 Hook 2 Fork 3 Guide on presser foot 4 Thread cutter If enough thread is not pulled out the thread cannot be pulled ...

Page 58: ...ding is finished check again to make sure that the thread is securely passed into the thread tension disc Refer to step 5 on page 37 Memo When changing one of the upper thread colors it is easy to re thread by cutting the thread currently being used between the spool and the thread guide Place the new spool on the spool pin and tie the end of the new thread to the end of the previous thread Then p...

Page 59: ...ed Starting embroidering Note Make sure that there are no objects within the moving area of the embroidery frame If the embroidery frame hits another object the pattern may become misaligned 1 Touch to unlock the embroidery machine X The start stop button begins flashing in green and the embroidery machine can be started If the start stop button is not pressed within 10 seconds after unlocking the...

Page 60: ...rame 4 This continues until the last color is sewn and the embroidery machine automatically stops X The embroidering settings screen reappears X The start stop button lights up in red No thread trimming operations at the beginning of stitching and at the end of stitching are necessary Continuing embroidering To sew the same pattern again touch X The embroidering screen appears so the same pattern ...

Page 61: ... turning off the embroidery machine be sure to trim the threads 3 Set the main power switch to X The embroidery machine is turned off and the display and the start stop button indicator go off Sewing can resume after the embroidery machine is turned on again Back up several stitches to overlap the stitching For details refer to Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine on page 81 Memo The ...

Page 62: ...loops appearing on the right side of the fabric Tighten the tension dial by turning the dial clockwise For details on adjusting the thread tension refer to Adjusting the Thread Tension on page 83 Note In this tutorial the thread tension was checked after embroidering was finished However normally embroidering should be temporarily paused and the thread tension should be checked after the first 100...

Page 63: ...1 Loosen the outer frame screw X If the screw was tightened using a disc shaped screwdriver use the included disc shaped screwdriver to loosen it 2 Remove the outer frame and then remove the fabric 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 When removing the embroidery frame make sure that the start stop button is lit in red If the start stop button is flashing in green the machine may start sewing If the m...

Page 64: ...achine is being operated turn off the embroidery machine and unplug the power supply cord When restarting the embroidery machine follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine Refer to Turning ON the Machine on page 20 Memo If the embroidery machine is turned off while the pattern type selection screen or the pattern list screen is displayed with no pattern selected the pattern ty...

Page 65: ...e embroidery settings screen for the pattern before the machine was turned off is stored in the machine s memory When the embroidery machine is turned on again the embroidery settings screen as it appeared before the machine was turned off can be displayed again Refer to page 60 If the machine is turned off while it is sewing embroidering can continue when the machine is turned on again Refer to R...

Page 66: ...lay Key Name Function Reference Page 1 Settings key Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings p 140 2 Machine operations guide key Touch this key to check a machine operation p 151 3 New embroidery key Cancels all operations previously performed and returns to the initial pattern group selection screen 4 Help key When a problem occurs for example there is an operating procedure that...

Page 67: ...rs 130 mm H 80 mm W p 103 6 Appliqué alphabet key Alphabet appliqué patterns which are available in small medium and large sizes p 104 7 Embroidery patterns stored in the machine key Recalls patterns stored in the machine s memory p 108 8 CompactFlash cards key Recalls patterns from CompactFlash cards p 114 9 Floppy disks key Recalls patterns from floppy disks On models without a built in floppy d...

Page 68: ...yed p 99 6 Previous page key Touch this key to display the previous page If the previous page key is touched while the first page is displayed the last page will be displayed p 99 7 Pattern keys An image of the pattern appears on the key Touch the image to select the pattern p 99 8 Cancel key Touch to leave the currently selected pattern category and choose a different category Returns to the patt...

Page 69: ...of multiple patterns that have been combined the size of the entire pattern including all patterns is shown 3 Distance from center vertical Shows the vertical distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 119 4 Distance from center horizontal Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 119 5 Size vertical Shows the vertical length of the pattern that is being edited ...

Page 70: ...s the spacing between the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited p 123 8 Array key Changes the orientation of the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited p 122 9 Multi Color key Enables the thread color of each character in an alphabet pattern to be changed can only be used when an alphabet is selected p 125 0 Density key Changes the density of the pattern that is ...

Page 71: ... the width If the embroidery pattern consists of multiple patterns that have been combined the size of the entire pattern including all patterns is shown 3 Distance from center vertical Shows the vertical distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 70 4 Distance from center horizontal Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 70 5 Rotation angle Shows the rotatio...

Page 72: ...ic lock stitch is sewn at the beginning of the pattern and at the beginning of sewing after thread trimming p 86 6 Lock stitching end key Specifies that automatic lock stitch is sewn when the thread is trimmed p 86 7 Maximum sewing speed key Specifies the maximum sewing speed p 89 8 Starting ending position key Specifies the needle position at the beginning of sewing and at the end p 87 9 Trial se...

Page 73: ...ft is assigned 4 Spool change indicator This indicator shows when the thread spools will need to be changed The thread spools will need to be changed at the point between the two thread colors where the indicator is displayed p 74 5 Sewing order The bottom value shows the total number of thread color changes in the pattern and the top value shows which thread color that is currently being sewn 6 S...

Page 74: ...needle bar settings to manually be specified p 92 E Forward Backward stitch key Moves the needle forward or backward through the stitching Use this key in the following situations If the thread breaks or runs out while embroidering To restart sewing from the beginning To continue sewing after the machine was turned off p 77 F Unlock key Unlocks the machine so it can start sewing within 10 seconds ...

Page 75: ...rmation so the machine assigns colors automatically when you load it Refer to page 163 Needle number The needles are numbered from right to left The far right needle is number 1 needle Refer to page ix Needle at the embroidering position This is the needle that is placed above the needle hole in the needle plate The needle bar case is moved to position that particular needle with the next thread c...

Page 76: ...embers the pattern and the position even after turning off the power And the machine can resume the embroidery when the machine turns on again Refer to page 60 Getting false thread breakage error Check that the position of upper thread is in pretension plates Refer to page 36 Check that the position of upper thread is around the tension disk pulley Refer to page 37 1 Pretension plates 2 Tension di...

Page 77: ...l pieces of fabric 67 Embroidery Frame Position and Movement 68 Changing the Embroidering Position 70 Adjusting the angle 71 Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors 73 Checking if thread spool changes are necessary 73 Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors 75 Change thread spools message 75 Easily changing the thread spools 76 If the Thread Breaks or the Bob...

Page 78: ...screen or the embroidering screen appears To select a pattern and start a new operation 3 Touch X The pattern type selection screen appears Memo If is not touched to confirm the selection of the pattern in the pattern list screen the operation cannot be continued The screen that appears when an operation is continued differs depending on the screen that was displayed when the machine was turned of...

Page 79: ... Be sure to use the included allen screw driver to replace the needle otherwise too much force may be applied to the needle causing it to break Do not apply extreme force when loosening or tightening the needle set screw otherwise the machine may be damaged 3 With the flat side of the needle toward the back of the machine insert the needle all the way up until it touches the needle bar stopper Pas...

Page 80: ...4 While holding the needle in place with your left hand tighten the needle set screw Use the allen screw driver to turn the needle set screw clockwise Be sure to insert the needle all the way up until it touches the needle bar stopper and securely tighten the needle set screw with the allen screw driver otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged CAUTION Sapphire book Page 62 Frid...

Page 81: ...embroidering patterns with a size less than 130 mm H 180 mm W 5 1 8 inches H 7 1 8 inches W Use when embroidering standard sized patterns Use when embroidering small sized patterns such as nametags Refer to Hooping the Fabric on page 65 Refer to Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame on page 28 Cap frame optional Note The embroidery frame indicators show all embroidery frame sizes in which the...

Page 82: ... clamped on all edges in order to prevent wrinkles in the fabric 1 Area of embroidery frame 2 Iron on stabilizer backing Memo When embroidering thin fabrics such as organza or lawn use a water soluble stabilizer backing Water soluble stabilizers dissolve when washed allowing you to create beautiful embroidery that is not stiff When embroidering fabric with a nap such as towels or corduroy hoop a l...

Page 83: ...aut insert the inner frame at corner B In the same way lightly pull the fabric in the direction indicated by arrow C and insert corner C and then lightly pull the fabric in the direction indicated by arrow D and insert corner D Be sure that there are no wrinkles in the fabric after it is stretched in the embroidery frame 4 While stretching the fabric even more securely tighten the screw so that th...

Page 84: ...he fabric in the frame 1 With a fabric marker mark the area of the fabric you want to embroider 2 Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame Align the guidelines on the embroidery sheet with the marks that you drew on the fabric 1 Guidelines 2 Inner frame 3 Gently stretch the fabric so that there are no folds or wrinkles 4 Remove the embroidery sheet Sapphire book Page 66 Friday August 1 2003 9...

Page 85: ...h the fabric to stabilizer backing hooped in the embroidery frame With fabrics where you do not wish to use spray adhesive baste the fabric to the stabilizer backing 1 Fabric 2 Stabilizer backing Embroidering the corner of fabric When embroidering the corner of a piece of fabric use spray fabric adhesive to attach the corner of the fabric to stabilizer backing and then hoop the stabilizer backing ...

Page 86: ...ery frame holder is not installed the embroidery machine determines that the cap frame sold separately is installed A message indicating that the embroidery frame be replaced may appear even if no embroidery frame is installed Moving to the correct position If the center of the embroidery frame is at the needle drop point in the embroidering area the embroidery frame is correctly positioned in oth...

Page 87: ...d The embroidery frame will move Since the embroidery frame is moved to the correct position and paused touch the desired key again If the pattern extends out of the embroidering area for the frame after the frame is moved a message appears indicating that the embroidery frame should be replaced Either replace the embroidery frame or return to the pattern editing screen and adjust the pattern size...

Page 88: ...oves in the opposite direction of the arrow X The pattern in the pattern display area moves in the same direction of the arrow 1 Shows the vertical distance moved 2 Shows the horizontal distance moved Touch to move the embroidery frame back to its original position where the center of the embroidery frame is aligned with the needle drop point at the sewing position Finding the sewing position By l...

Page 89: ...cked Adjusting the angle Depending on the type of fabric being embroidered it may not be possible to stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame at the desired angle In this case adjust the angle of the pattern so that it is correctly positioned on the fabric 1 Touch The screen shown below appears Example Original angle 1 Rotates 90 degrees to the left 2 Rotates 10 degrees to the left 3 Rotates 1 d...

Page 90: ...gle applied However if an error occurs for example if the pattern is enlarged in the pattern editing screen so that it extends out of the embroidering area when it is rotated the following error message appears 1 Touch to cancel the rotation setting and give priority to the editing operation performed in the pattern editing screen 2 Touch to return to the pattern editing screen so that the pattern...

Page 91: ...he thread spools will have to be changed For example for a pattern with ten thread colors and thirteen thread color changes the thread colors are assigned as shown below Since the thread colors on needle bars 2 and 3 will be used again after the thread spools are changed they will not be replaced However different colors are assigned to the other needle bars Checking if thread spool changes are ne...

Page 92: ... stops 3 Check the position of 1 indicates when the thread spools will need to be changed The thread spools will need to be changed the number of times that this indicator is displayed and between the two thread colors at the point where it is displayed 2 Touch to scroll up through thread color sequence display Each time this key is touched the previous color in the thread color sequence display i...

Page 93: ...ools must be changed appear in color 2 The needle bars where it is not necessary to change the thread spools appear in gray 3 Touch this key to close the message indicating that the thread spool be changed Note When the embroidering screen is displayed the current thread color assignment is stored If the same thread color is used the next time that the thread spools must be changed the needle bar ...

Page 94: ...d on the new spool with the end of the thread remaining from the previous color 4 Pull out the old thread just after the needle bar thread guide Continue pulling the thread until the knot is above the needle Cut the knot 5 Use the automatic needle threading mechanism to thread the needle with the new thread Refer to page 39 X This completes the changing of the thread spool Note When pulling out th...

Page 95: ...page 35 2 Touch X The stitch navigating screen appears 3 Touch and to go back through the stitching to a point where stitches have already been sewn 1 Each touch of this key moves one stitch back through the stitching 2 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches back through the stitching The embroidery frame moves Go back to the point where stitches have already been sewn If the needle bar is move...

Page 96: ... attach the embroidery frame Refer to page 30 Note If the embroidery frame is removed before embroidering of the pattern is finished be careful of the following otherwise the pattern may become misaligned Do not apply extreme pressure to the framed fabric and cause it to become loose When removing and re attaching the embroidery frame do not allow the frame to hit the carriage or the presser foot ...

Page 97: ...attern Note Be careful when going back or forward through the stitching since the embroidery frame moves at the same time 1 Press the start stop button to stop the machine If necessary change the fabric framed in the embroidery frame or trim and remove the sewn stitches 2 Touch X The stitch navigating screen appears To start sewing from the beginning 3 Touch 1 Touch this key to return to the begin...

Page 98: ...hes back through the stitching 6 Each touch of this key moves one stitch forward through the stitching 7 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches forward through the stitching 8 Each touch of this key moves one hundred stitches forward through the stitching 9 The thread color at the top of the thread color sequence display is the color of the area currently selected 0 Touch this key to close this...

Page 99: ...er the machine is turned on again If the machine was accidentally turned off for example due to a power outage while it was embroidering The remainder of the embroidery can be sewn when the machine is turned on again however some of the stitches that were already sewn may be sewn again Note Be careful when going back or forward through the stitching since the embroidery frame moves at the same tim...

Page 100: ...Check that the needle drop point is positioned where stitches have already been sewn 6 Touch X The embroidering screen appears again 7 Touch and then press the start stop button to continue embroidering Memo The machine can be stopped at any time even while it is embroidering however if the machine is stopped when the thread color is changed it is not necessary to go back through the stitching whe...

Page 101: ...ead extending from the bobbin case 2 As shown in the illustration hold the bobbin case against a smooth vertical surface If the thread with the weight attached is slowly pulled out the thread tension is correct 3 Use the included standard screwdriver to turn the tension adjusting screw and adjust the thread tension 1 Tension adjusting screw 2 Tighter 3 Looser 4 After making the adjustments try emb...

Page 102: ... If the red line is visible the thread tension cannot be decreased any further Increase the tension of the upper thread Note If you decrease the thread tension further than the red line the tension knob may be dis assembled Upper thread is too loose The tension of the upper thread is too loose resulting in a loose upper thread loose thread locks or loops appearing on the right side of the fabric T...

Page 103: ...nding Position Settings 87 Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal 88 Maximum Sewing Speed Setting 89 Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes 90 Stopping the machine at the next color change 90 Specifying pause locations before embroidering 90 Temporary Needle Bar Setting 92 Reserved Needle Bar Settings 94 Sapphire book Page 85 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 104: ...h of the key turns the setting either on or off Memo If the first stitch length is less than 0 8 mm the lock stitch won t be inserted Specifying that lock stitches be sewn before the thread is trimmed 1 Touch so that it changes to Touch or to select the desired setting Each touch of the key turns the setting either on or off Memo The automatic lock stitch setting stays the same until the key is to...

Page 105: ...tarting position 2 Specifies the ending position Touch a key to select the setting The highlighted key shows the currently selected setting Example 3 Touch this key to close this screen Specifying the starting position 2 Touch the key for the desired starting position setting X When a starting position is selected the ending position is automatically set to the same position X The embroidery frame...

Page 106: ...at it changes to Touch to close the starting ending position settings screen 2 Sew the first embroidery pattern Touch to display the embroidering screen and then touch and press the start stop button 1 Starting position 2 Ending position 3 After embroidering is finished the machine stops at the lower left corner of the pattern 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 three times Memo If the starting position and en...

Page 107: ...crease the sewing speed touch To decrease the sewing speed touch X The value between and changes Memo Decrease the sewing speed when embroidering on thin thick or heavy fabrics In addition the machine embroiders more quietly at a slower sewing speed The sewing speed can be changed while embroidery is being sewn The maximum sewing speed setting does not change until a new setting is selected The se...

Page 108: ...for the current color the next needle bar moves into position and the machine stops before sewing the next color X changes back to If the machine is temporarily turned off you will be asked if you wish to continue sewing or select a new pattern when the machine is turned on again Touch to continue embroidering Refer to Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine on page 81 Specifying pause l...

Page 109: ...ter embroidering you will be asked if you wish to continue sewing or select a new pattern when the machine is turned on again Touch to continue embroidering Refer to Resume Embroidering After Turning Off the Machine on page 81 Memo If the machine is temporarily turned off the settings to stop the machine at color changes specified before the machine was turned off are not cancelled However the set...

Page 110: ... touch so that it changes to X After the color currently being sewn is finished the threads are trimmed and the machine stops The start stop button can be pressed at the color change to stop the machine but in that case stop the machine after the threads are trimmed 2 Touch X The temporary needle bar setting screen appears 3 Touch the key for the needle bar threaded with the thread that you wish t...

Page 111: ... sewn with the original color The thread color needle bar can be changed with this procedure even when the machine has been stopped with a specified pause or at the time of spool change If the start stop button was pressed to stop the machine while an area was being sewn a temporary needle bar setting cannot be applied The thread color needle bar cannot be changed in the middle of an area that is ...

Page 112: ...l needle bar settings can be specified in the third page of the settings screen 1 Touch and then touch and to display the third page of the settings screen 2 Touch or for the number of the needle bar that you wish to specify 1 Indicates the number of the selected needle bar 3 Select the color to be assigned to the needle bar Touch and until the color that you wish to select from the thread table a...

Page 113: ...hen select the new setting 1 Touch or for the number of the needle bar whose setting you wish to cancel 1 Indicates the number of the selected needle bar 2 Touch 1 The anchor disappear from the thread spool X This cancels the manual needle bar setting Sapphire book Page 95 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 114: ...Embroidering Settings 96 Sapphire book Page 96 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 115: ...ttern Editing Screen 118 Combining patterns 118 Selecting the pattern to be edited 119 Moving a pattern 119 Flipping a pattern horizontally 120 Changing the size of a pattern 120 Rotating a pattern 121 Changing the text arrangement of a character 122 Changing the character spacing 123 Changing the thread density only for some character and frame patterns 124 Specifying multi color text 125 Changin...

Page 116: ...hes W cannot be used All designs must be within the 200mm H 300mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W design field size For more details refer to page 110 pes files saved with the number of stitches or the number of colors exceeding the specified limits cannot be displayed Use one of our original data design systems to edit the embroidery pattern so that it meets the specifications maximum number of ...

Page 117: ...ral alphabet patterns 6 Appliqué alphabet patterns 7 Embroidery patterns stored in the machine 8 CompactFlash cards 9 Floppy disks On models without a built in floppy disk drive this appears only when the optional floppy disk drive is installed 0 Computer USB A Embroidery cards 2 In the pattern list screen which appears next touch the desired pattern to select it Pattern list screen 1 Pattern keys...

Page 118: ... Large Medium Small If the key appears as the size of the pattern cannot be changed Flipping the pattern horizontally Each touch of the key turns the setting either on or off If the key appears as the pattern cannot be flipped horizontally Flipping the pattern vertically Each touch of the key turns the setting either on or off If the key appears as the pattern cannot be flipped vertically Horizont...

Page 119: ...rn appears in the pattern display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern 3 If necessary edit the pattern 1 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 2 The pattern can be flipped vertically 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears Sapphire book Page 101 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 120: ...rs in the pattern display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern 3 If necessary edit the pattern 1 Touch this key to change the size 2 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 3 The pattern can be flipped vertically 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears Sapphire book Page 102 Friday August...

Page 121: ...pattern appears in the pattern display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern 3 If necessary edit the pattern 1 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 2 The pattern can be flipped vertically 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears Sapphire book Page 103 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 122: ... Select an embroidery pattern Touch the desired pattern 1 Touch this button to change the character size X The selected pattern appears in the pattern display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern 4 If necessary edit the pattern 1 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 2 The pattern can be flipped vertically 5 Touch This confirm...

Page 123: ...screen 3 Select a frame pattern Touch the desired pattern X The selected pattern appears in the pattern display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern 4 If necessary edit the pattern 1 The pattern can be flipped horizonatally 2 The pattern can be flipped vertically 5 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing ...

Page 124: ...case letters 2 Lowercase letters 3 Numbers symbols 4 Accented characters 5 Touch this key to change the character font X The text input screen for the characters shown on the tab appears To change the character font touch to return to the font selection screen 4 Select a character Touch the desired character X The selected character appears in the pattern display area 1 If the wrong character was ...

Page 125: ...hange the size 6 To enter multiple characters repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired characters are entered X The selected characters appear in the pattern display area 1 If the wrong character was selected or you wish to select a different character touch to delete the last character selected and then touch the key for the desired character Each touch of deletes the last character of the text If ...

Page 126: ...e of the text arrangements on this screen even more characters can be entered 8 After entering all of the text as desired touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears Memo The color of the text is set to black To change the color refer to Specifying multi color text on page 125 and Changing the colors of the pattern on page 126 Embroidery patterns stored in the ma...

Page 127: ...de of the embroidery card marked with an arrow facing toward you fully insert the card into the embroidery card slot on the right side of the operation panel Note Only insert or remove embroidery cards while appears in the display or while the embroidery machine is turned off Make sure that the embroidery card is inserted with the side marked with the arrow facing toward you do not insert the card...

Page 128: ...ected the following message appears Touch to rotate the pattern 90 degrees before opening it If the data is larger than 200 mm H 300 mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W even after it is rotated 90 degrees the following message appears Touch to return to the pattern list screen Memo Perform the same operation when a pattern larger than 200 mm H 300 mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W is selected wh...

Page 129: ...not they are turned on Note The connectors on the USB cable can only be inserted into a connector in one direction If it is difficult to insert the connector do not insert it with force and check the orientation of the connector For details on the position of the USB port on the computer or USB hub refer to the instruction manual for the corresponding equipment Connection through a USB hub may not...

Page 130: ...peat steps 1 X The following screen appears while data is written to the embroidery machine and the key for that pattern appears when writing is finished 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears Note The pattern recalled from the computer is only temporarily written to the machine It is erased from the machine when the machine is turned off If you wish to ke...

Page 131: ...m the Removable Disk folder on the computer Select the pattern data and then move it to the Recycle Bin or right click it and click Delete 2 Place the pattern that you wish to recall into the Removable Disk folder X After writing the data to the embroidery machine the key for that pattern appears in the screen 3 If the desired pattern can still not be written repeat steps 1 and 2 Disconnecting the...

Page 132: ... machine may be damaged Do not insert the embroidery card into the slot 2 Touch X A list of patterns and folders at the topmost level are displayed The pattern list is usually displayed within a few seconds however if there are many patterns it may take some time for them to be displayed While the patterns are being read do not remove the CompactFlash card Instead wait until the patterns are displ...

Page 133: ...From this screen the embroidery data stored on the CompactFlash card can be organized by deleting unnecessary data After selecting the pattern that you wish to delete touch to display the screen shown below 1 Deletes the data then returns to the data with no pattern selected 2 Does not delete the data then returns to the data before was touched Note To delete the CompactFlash card pattern data del...

Page 134: ...oppy disk is inserted facing the correct direction do not insert the disk with extreme force and do not insert any object other than floppy disks into the slot otherwise the machine may be damaged 2 Touch X The list of patterns appears Normally it will take 10 to 30 seconds for the list of patterns to appear The more patterns on the floppy disk the longer it will take for the list to appear It may...

Page 135: ...nnecessary data After selecting the pattern that you wish to delete touch to display the screen shown below However if the floppy disk is write protected the data cannot be deleted 1 Deletes the data then returns to the data with no pattern selected 2 Does not delete the data then returns to the data before was touched 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appear...

Page 136: ...screen appears 2 Select an embroidery pattern Select the pattern to be added as described on page 101 to 116 When another pattern is selected it is normally added at the center of the pattern display area 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all patterns to be combined are selected Note Up to 100 patterns can be combined More than 100 cannot be selected for combining In addition combining cannot continue ...

Page 137: ...n to be edited and then 2 edit that pattern Moving a pattern Determine where in the embroidery frame the pattern will be embroidered If multiple patterns are combined move each pattern to lay out the design 1 Touch the key for the direction where you wish to move the pattern X The pattern moves in the direction of the arrow on the key 1 Shows the vertical distance moved 2 Shows the horizontal dist...

Page 138: ...pattern The size of the pattern can be increased or decreased to between 90 and 120 of its original size 1 Touch X The screen shown below appears Example Original size 1 Reduces without changing the height to width proportion 2 Reduces only in the vertical direction 3 Reduces only in the horizontal direction 4 Enlarges without changing the height to width proportion 5 Enlarges only in the vertical...

Page 139: ...e 119 4 After making the desired changes touch X The pattern editing screen appears again Rotating a pattern The pattern can be rotated between 1 and 359 degrees either clockwise or counterclockwise 1 Touch X The screen shown below appears After changing the size of the pattern check the icons for the embroidery frames that can be used and use only the indicated frames If a frame other than those ...

Page 140: ...d line 3 Arranges the text on the outside of a wide curve 4 Arranges the text on the outside of a sharp curve 5 Arranges the text on the inside of a wide curve 6 Arranges the text on the inside of a sharp curve 7 If touched after selecting a text arrangement on a curve each touch of this key decreases the bend of the curve makes it flatter 8 If touched after selecting a text arrangement on a curve...

Page 141: ...can be made wider or narrower 1 Touch X The screen shown below appears 1 Increases the character spacing 2 Decreases the character spacing 3 Selects the standard character spacing original character spacing 4 Specifies that the thread be trimmed between characters 5 Moves the pattern in the direction of the arrow on the key 6 Touch this key to close this screen 2 Touch the keys to adjust the chara...

Page 142: ...cessary touch the arrow keys to adjust the position of the pattern For more details refer to page 119 5 After making the desired changes touch X The pattern editing screen appears again Changing the thread density only for some character and frame patterns The thread density for some character and frame patterns can be changed A setting between 80 and 120 in 5 increments can be specified 1 Touch X...

Page 143: ...abet pattern characters selected on page 106 are set to black The color of the characters can be changed using the change thread color key however to change the color of individual characters touch the Multi Color key to turn it on and then specify the color for each character 1 Touch so that it changes to Each touch of the key turns the setting either on or off For details on changing the thread ...

Page 144: ...osition in the sewing order for the color at the top of the thread color sequence display and the bottom value shows the total number of thread color changes 3 Selects the previous color in the thread color sequence display 4 Selects the next color in the thread color sequence display 5 Use these keys to select a color from the color thread table 6 Applies the color change 7 Color thread table Sel...

Page 145: ...at you wish to change are changed 6 After making the desired changes touch X The pattern editing screen appears again Memo Touch to specify pause locations For details refer to Specifying pause locations before embroidering on page 90 The color thread table can be changed to a custom thread that you create to reflect the thread colors that you have Refer to Custom thread table settings on page 147...

Page 146: ... touch the arrow keys to adjust the position of the embroidery frame For more details refer to page 70 4 If necessary touch to check the embroidering area For more details refer to page 32 5 After making the desired changes touch X The embroidering settings screen appears again Memo If is touched to return to the pattern editing screen after the entire pattern is rotated the pattern appears as it ...

Page 147: ...en patterns by 5 mm 3 16 inches 9 Resets the repeating settings The pattern returns to the arrangement before repeating was specified 0 Moves the embroidery frame in the direction of the arrow on the key A Enables the embroidering area to be checked B Touch this key to close this screen 2 Touch or to specify the number of times that the pattern is copied Each touch of a key increases or decreases ...

Page 148: ...tings screen is displayed again the pattern appears with the repeat settings applied However if an error occurs for example if the pattern is enlarged in the pattern editing screen so that it extends out of the embroidering area when it is repeated the following error message appears 1 Touch to cancel the repetition setting and give priority to the editing operation performed in the pattern editin...

Page 149: ...abet pattern which we will then edit 1 Touch 2 Select X This pattern will be positioned at the center of the embroidery area 3 To select the pattern touch X The pattern editing screen appears 4 Touch X The pattern type selection screen appears again 5 To enter text touch Sapphire book Page 131 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 150: ...ry area To change the size of the pattern select o and then touch to select the desired size To change the text arrangement touch and then select the desired text arrangement 8 After selecting the characters touch X The pattern editing screen appears 9 Touch and adjust the position of the letters 0 Touch X The pattern type selection screen appears again a As before touch Sapphire book Page 132 Fri...

Page 151: ...ppear at the center of the embroidery area c After selecting the characters touch X The pattern editing screen appears d Touch and adjust the position of the letters so that they are well balanced e Check the balance of the entire pattern and if you wish to edit the pattern touch and to select the pattern to be edited Example To reduce size f Touch and to move the red frame around Sapphire book Pa...

Page 152: ...touch and again and then adjust the pattern as desired If it is difficult to view the text and the pattern touch and then touch to preview it Touch to return to the previous screen j After finishing all editing touch X The embroidering settings screen appears To return to the pattern editing screen and continue editing the pattern touch Sapphire book Page 134 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 153: ...he machine s memory press To save the pattern on a CompactFlash card touch To save the pattern on a floppy disk touch If the optional floppy disk drive is installed onto models without a built in floppy disk drive the pattern can be stored on a floppy disk X The screen shown below appears When saving a pattern onto a CompactFlash card or a floppy disk save the pattern in the format for embroidery ...

Page 154: ...herwise damage to the card or disk may result If the Embroidery Pattern Cannot Be Saved If the following screen appears the embroidery pattern cannot be saved because either the machine s memory is full or the pattern being saved is larger than the amount of space available in the memory To be able to save the embroidery pattern in the machine s memory a previously saved pattern must be deleted To...

Page 155: ...not enough space delete another pattern X If the embroidery data was saved successfully the previous screen automatically appears Saving the data takes approximately 10 seconds Note Do not turn off the machine while the Saving message is displayed otherwise the pattern data being saved may be lost Recalling stored patterns Refer to the appropriate page of Selecting an Embroidery Pattern according ...

Page 156: ...Selecting Editing Saving Patterns 138 Sapphire book Page 138 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 157: ...ttings screen 140 Adjusting the brightness of the LCD 142 Turning the buzzer on or off 142 Changing the language 143 Changing the units of measurements 143 Changing the display guides 143 Changing the thread color information 145 Display expanded thread color 146 Custom thread table settings 147 Specifying DST thread trimming 149 Deleting short stitches 150 Specifying the remaining length of threa...

Page 158: ...Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at www brother com for details on available updates Page 2 7 CHANGING THE THREAD COLOR DISPLAY The color information in the thread color sequence display and the needle bar thread information can be switched to the color name the thread color number or the sewing time refer to page 145 8 DISPLAY EXPANDED THREAD COLOR The thread colors displayed in...

Page 159: ...ad table refer to Custom thread table settings on page 147 Page 5 D BRIGHTNESS OF LCD Enables the density of the screen to be adjusted E BUZZER Turns the buzzer on or off F UNIT Enables the units of measurements that appear in the screens to be changed G LANGUAGES Enables the display language to be changed The keys and messages appear in the selected language Details of each of the settings are de...

Page 160: ...a sign of a malfunction After approximately 10 minutes the display should reach its normal level of brightness If you are not directly facing the display the colors may be distorted or the display may be difficult to read This is a normal characteristic of the display and is not a malfunction Be sure to sit in front of the display while using it Refer to Adjusting the operation panel position on p...

Page 161: ... display area The embroidery frame size can be selected and the centerpoint marker grid and cursor can be displayed or hidden The guide settings can be specified from the first page of the settings screen 1 AREA Specifies the size of the embroidery frame displayed as a guide in the pattern type selection screen pattern list screen and pattern editing screen The guide that appears indicates the siz...

Page 162: ...f the setting selected here Centerpoint marker and grid The centerpoint is indicated with a red plus sign The spacing between the lines of the grid represent 10 mm 3 8 inches When the embroidery machine is purchased only the centerpoint marker is displayed 1 Touch and to select whether or not to display the centerpoint marker and the grid The centerpoint marker and grid are displayed as specified ...

Page 163: ...d for the thread colors information category in the color information for the thread color sequence display and the needle bar thread information Thread color number Embroidery Thread color number Country Thread color number Madeira Thread color number Sulky Thread color number Robison Anton Time Thread color name Name of Color When the embroidery machine is purchased the thread color name Name of...

Page 164: ...he machine s Custom Thread Table will be available See below OFF The thread colors are displayed by original thread color If OFF is selected the thread colors are displayed as specified in the procedure described in Changing the thread color information If ON is selected one of the following three color thread can be displayed in the change thread color screen Original Thread If the pattern has be...

Page 165: ...o an original color thread table created by combining the thread color numbers for the thread colors that you like and for the brands that you have Two CUSTOM THREAD can be created Creating a custom thread On the fourth page of the settings screen colors and numbers can be specified for each box in the table 1 Touch or to select the desired thread Touch to select CUSTOM THREAD 1 or touch to select...

Page 166: ...ered touch X The entered number is erased In this example a color box in the table was selected before selecting a color number however the color can be specified by selecting the color number then the color box in the table 5 Touch X The entered color and number are specified for the box selected in step 2 To delete the setting touch X That color is removed from the thread table and the box becom...

Page 167: ... trim code or not If connected jump codes are to be converted to one trim code specify the number of connected jump codes ON The machine convert the jump code to trim code based on the number specified on the next line OFF Not converted to thread trim codes When the embroidery machine is purchased ON is selected and the number of jumps is set to 3 The DST thread trim settings can be specified from...

Page 168: ... delete stitches with a pitch of 0 The setting to delete short stitches can be specified from the second page of the settings screen 1 Touch and to select the pitch size The desired size is displayed A value between 0 and 1 millimeters if the units of measurements is set to mm or a value between 0 and 0 04 inch if the units of measurements is set to inch can be specified Specifying the remaining l...

Page 169: ...ct from the four topics that appear to display the available information Contents of Categories Names of Machine Principal Parts and Their Functions Operations Troubleshooting Maintenance Example To learn how to thread the upper thread 1 Touch X The sewing machine help screen appears 2 Touch X The list of basic operations appears 3 Touch X The procedure for threading the upper thread appears Sapph...

Page 170: ...n be viewed When changes to touch the key While a movie is being shown the key changes to 1 Touch this key to display the movie from the beginning of the current page 2 Touch this key to pause the movie While the movie is paused the key changes to Touch to continue showing the movie 3 Touch this key to skip to the next page of the movie 4 Touch this key to skip to the previous page of the movie 5 ...

Page 171: ...u wish to view appears 1 Next page key Touch this key to display the next page If the next page key is touched while the last page is displayed the first page is displayed 2 Previous page key Touch this key to display the previous page If the previous page key is touched while the first page is displayed the last page is displayed 3 Current page number 4 Total number of pages 3 After checking the ...

Page 172: ...Basic Settings and Help Feature 154 Sapphire book Page 154 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 173: ...oping Techniques 166 Fabric stabilizer compatibility chart 167 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Attaching an optional embroidery frame for industrial embroidery machines 168 Using the Optional Cap Frame 169 Cap frame and its accessories 169 Preparing to use the cap frame 170 Attaching the cap frame 173 Installing the embroidery frame holder 176 Maintenance 183 Cleaning the LCD 183 Cleaning the machine surface...

Page 174: ...m step 1 in the embroidery frame and then sew an Appliqué Material pattern The line that indicates where the appliqué will be cut out is sewn and then the machine stops 3 Remove the appliqué fabric from the embroidery frame and then carefully cut along the sewn cutline If the appliqué is cut out along the inside of the sewn cutline the appliqué may not be correctly attached to the fabric Therefore...

Page 175: ...liqué pattern The appliqué is finished Depending on the pattern an Appliqué pattern may not be available In this case sew the appliqué using thread in the color of a part of the embroidery 7 Finish sewing the embroidery Using a frame pattern to create appliqués 1 Appliqués can be created by sewing two frame patterns of the same size and shape one sewn with straight stitches and the other sewn with...

Page 176: ...e pattern in the same way Using a frame pattern to create appliqués 2 There is another way of sewing appliqués With this method there is no need to change the fabric in the embroidery frame The appliqué can be created by sewing two frame patterns of the same size and shape one sewn with straight stitches and the other sewn with satin stitches 1 Select a frame pattern sewn with straight stitches to...

Page 177: ...n cutting off the excess appliqué fabric In addition do not apply extreme pressure to the framed fabric otherwise the fabric could become loose 5 Select the satin stitched frame pattern with the same shape Note If the size or sewing position of the straight stitched frame pattern is changed be sure to change the size or sewing position of the satin stitched frame pattern in the same way 6 Attach t...

Page 178: ...of this machine Checking the thread tension of built in patterns One pattern on the last page of the embroidery patterns can be used to check the thread tension We will sew this pattern to check the thread tension 1 Touch 2 Touch 1 times and then touch 3 Touch 4 Touch 5 Touch Sapphire book Page 160 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 179: ...ong a line in the fabric pattern the beginning of the stitching can be set in the lower left corner so that the position can be checked and then the beginning of stitching can be reset Next the beginning of stitching can be set in the lower right corner to check the position The straight line connecting the first point and the second point is the baseline for the text If the baseline that the text...

Page 180: ... the beginning of stitching 5 With a fabric marker mark this point on the fabric 6 Remove the embroidery frame from the machine and then connect these two points to check the embroidering position If the baseline is misaligned or intersects another line reframe the fabric in the embroidery frame or adjust the position of the pattern Sapphire book Page 162 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 181: ... is set to ON pattern colors changed using Custom Thread can be previewed with colors nearest to the actual embroidered thread colors Create color thread tables from the colors of threads that you have and use them to display the patterns in your own thread colors Normal thread color display Thread color display using a custom thread Colors of Tajima dst embroidery data Tajima data dst does not co...

Page 182: ...mportant to remember that prolonged exposure to these harmful sources may also cause the colors of cardboard boxes and other objects to fade Temperature and humidity also pose a threat to embroidery threads The ideal conditions are between 59 F and 77 F or 15 C and 25 C Humidity should be between 40 and 60 These conditions should be kept as constant as possible in order to prevent mildew from form...

Page 183: ...e outside Black stabilizer is very useful on similarly colored garments of lightweight fabrics The black backing is less likely to show through as compared to white backing 3 Self adhesive peel and stick backing is used on those difficult to hoop fabrics This backing is applied with sticky side up to the underside of the frame enabling your fabric to stick on the exposed surface in the sewing area...

Page 184: ...e in a variety of styles for various machines with two basic styles one that allows sewing a flattened cap for use on a flat machine or one that allows sewing the cap in its natural curved shape for use on a tubular machine Hooping fabric The framed fabric and backing should be perfectly flat and free of wrinkles or bubbles If there are bubbles or wrinkles that must be removed be sure that you pul...

Page 185: ...g Golf shirt 1 cut away Optional Use topping for designs containing small lettering or a lot of detail and also for pique knits Canton fleece 1 tear away Optional Use a topping if the garment has a textured surface such as a basketweave or pronounced twill Canvas 1 tear away None Frame tightly Corduroy 1 tear away 1 water soluble A higher stitch density or more understitches as well as a topping m...

Page 186: ...y frame for industrial embroidery machines and then tighten the thumb screws 1 Mark for embroidery frame for industrial embroidery machines 2 Align the screw with the mark 4 Using a Phillips screwdriver loosen the two screws and then remove them 5 Remove the right arm align the pins on the embroidery frame holder with the holes in the arm as shown in the illustration and then insert the screws rem...

Page 187: ...dery frame indicators showing which embroidery frames can be used appear as shown below Cap frame 1 Embroidering area 50 mm H 130 mm W 2 inches H 5 1 8 inches W 2 The mark indicates the center of the embroidering area 3 Snap lock Cap frame driver and 4 thumb screws In order to attach the cap frame to the carriage remove the embroidery frame holder and then attach this cap frame driver to the carri...

Page 188: ...b screws of the cap frame driver and then loosen the two lower thumb screws 4 turns 1 Upper thumb screws 2 Lower thumb screws 3 Pass the machine bed through the ring of the cap frame driver 1 Machine bed Note Be careful that the cap frame driver does not hit any nearby parts such as the presser foot Attach the cap frame driver to the carriage as described below in steps 4 through 6 4 Insert the tw...

Page 189: ... of the cap frame driver 6 Tighten the two upper thumb screws 7 While pushing in the cap frame driver toward the machine so that it is fully inserted tighten the two lower thumb screws to secure the cap frame driver X This completes the installation of the cap frame driver Installing the needle plate spacer Attach the needle plate spacer to the needle plate 1 Needle plate spacer 1 2 1 Sapphire boo...

Page 190: ...t is wider than the thickness of the mounting plate The mounting bracket can be mounted onto a plate with a thickness from 9 mm 3 8 inch to 38 mm 1 1 2 inches 4 Securely clamp the mounting bracket onto the mounting surface and then tighten the thumb screw 1 Mounting bracket 2 Mounting plate 3 Tighten thumb screw 5 Check that there is no looseness If there is looseness mount the mounting jig onto t...

Page 191: ...cap frame is secured with the two holders clips one on right side and one on left side 2 Release the snap lock on the cap frame down and then disengage the latch Open the clamping frame Also open brim presser 1 Snap lock released 2 Clamping frame opened 3 Brim presser 3 Lift up flip the sweat guard on the inside of the cap and then place the cap in the cap frame Using both hands hold both sides of...

Page 192: ... of the brim holder and the center line of the cap must make a single straight line 1 Teeth on the inside of the clamping frame 2 Centerline of brim holder Memo If the cap fabric is thick and the clamping frame cannot be closed or if the fabric is thin and the cap is too loose within the frame adjust the clamping frame 6 While pulling the cap down with one hand pull the lever of the snap lock to s...

Page 193: ...to the carriage Refer to Installing the cap frame driver on page 170 1 Attach the cap frame to the cap frame driver As shown in the illustration turn the embroidering position to the side when inserting the cap frame so the brim of the cap does not hit the embroidery machine Be careful that the cap frame does not hit any nearby parts such as the presser foot After turning the cap frame so that the...

Page 194: ...e brim of the cap does not hit the embroidery machine Be careful that the cap frame does not hit any nearby parts such as the presser foot 2 Release the snap lock on the cap frame and then remove the cap Installing the embroidery frame holder After embroidering using the cap embroidery frame is finished remove the needle plate spacer and cap frame driver and then re attach the embroidery frame hol...

Page 195: ...he holes where the cap frame driver that was originally installed holes that the thumb screws were removed from in step 2 on page 170 X The movable section of the cap frame driver is secured 6 Align the holes on the embroidery frame holder with the pins in the frame mounting plate of the carriage 1 Pins in the frame mounting plate 2 Holes on the embroidery frame holder 7 Secure the embroidery fram...

Page 196: ...to place the bobbin winder on a level stable surface Only use the bobbins supplied with this bobbin winder No Name Parts Code No Name Parts Code 1 Bobbin winder XC6598 051 5 AC adapter XC6643 051 2 Spool pin XC5949 051 6 Power supply cord X59354 051 UK LN2284 001 USA XA0070 151 Europe 3 Spool cushion XA0679 051 7 Metal bobbins 5 100376 003 4 Thread guide XC6644 051 8 Spool cap 130012 054 CAUTION 3...

Page 197: ...or thread guide Firmly insert the thread guide as far as possible and make sure that it is secure Connecting the AC adapter 1 Insert the plug of the power supply cord into the AC adapter 2 Plug the cord on the AC adapter into the DC input connector of the bobbin winder and then insert the plug of the power supply cord into a household electrical outlet Be sure to firmly insert the plug on the AC a...

Page 198: ...pool pin 1 Thread spool 2 Spool pin Note When using a small spool take out the spool cushion and set the spool into the spool pin Also use the included spool cap to keep the small spool stable 3 Pass the thread through the hole in the left of the thread guide toward the front of the winder 1 Hole in the thread guide 4 Pass the thread around the pretension disk as shown in the illustration Make sur...

Page 199: ...seat and pull the thread The cutter will cut the thread 1 Guide slit 2 Bobbin winder seat Note Be sure to follow the procedure described If the bobbin is wound without the thread being cut with the cutter when the bobbin thread runs low the thread may become tangled around the bobbin and cause the needle to break 8 Slide the bobbin holder until it clicks into place 1 Bobbin holder 9 Press the main...

Page 200: ...l the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat to cut the thread with the cutter If bobbin winding is stopped before it is finished The bobbin winder stops automatically if the thread does not feed for example if it becomes tangled on the spool pin If this occurs correctly thread the bobbin winder and then wind the bobbin correctly Check that the bobbin thread has been wound correct...

Page 201: ...t firmly and then wipe the surface of the machine After cleaning it once with a wet cloth wipe it again with a dry cloth Note Do not use chemical Products such as benzene or thinner Cleaning the hook Remove periodically lint and dust for better performance from Hook race area Use the included cleaning brush 1 Turn off the embroidery machine 2 Open the hook cover and remove the bobbin case Refer to...

Page 202: ... be cut correctly or various parts of the machine may be damaged Make sure to clean around the needle plate once a month Use on offset screwdriver and the included cleaning brush 1 Turn off the embroidery machine 2 Remove the needle plate With an offset screwdriver loosen the screws and then remove the needle plate 1 Needle plate If the hook is scratched or damaged consult your authorized dealer C...

Page 203: ...llect around the hole in the tension adjusting spring on the bobbin case resulting in an incorrect thread tension Therefore it should be cleaned every time when change the bobbin Use a piece of paper with the thickness of a business card 1 Open the hook cover remove the bobbin case and then remove the bobbin Refer to page 18 2 Slide the paper under the tension adjusting spring to remove any dust U...

Page 204: ...he hook cover Refer to page 19 Oiling the machine In order to extend the life of the embroidery machine s parts and keep the machine operating correctly be sure to oil the machine before the first time that it is used Afterward apply 1 drop of oil into the race of hook before use the machine everyday Oiling the race 1 Turn off the embroidery machine 2 Open the hook cover and remove the bobbin case...

Page 205: ...ok and then close the hook cover Refer to page 18 Note Apply 1 drop of oil into the hook race every day Apply only sewing machine oil Use of any other type of oil may result in damage to the embroidery machine Do not apply too much oil Fabric or thread may get contaminated If too much oil is applied wipe off any excess with a rag If the thread breaks while sewing or the operating noise of the hook...

Page 206: ...ves 1 Display the pattern type selection screen 2 Insert the cleaning disk into the floppy disk slot 3 Touch X The head cleaning begins 4 After cleaning is finished the following screen appears 5 Touch to return to the pattern type selection screen and then remove the cleaning disk If the floppy disk still cannot be read correctly even after the procedure described above is performed repeat the cl...

Page 207: ...g Touch the key that shows the problem and then check for the causes that are displayed 1 Touch 2 Touch 3 Touch the key that contains a description of the problem 4 Check the items that are displayed 5 After checking the desired information touch 6 Touch X The screen that was displayed before was touched appears Sapphire_chapt7 fm Page 189 Friday August 1 2003 3 01 PM ...

Page 208: ...c rotates when pulling on thread p 84 The needle breaks The needle is not installed correctly Correctly install the needle p 61 The needle set screw is loose Use the Allen screw driver to securely tighten the needle set screw p 61 The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle with a new one p 15 61 The area around the hole in the needle plate is damaged 1 Scratches Burrs Replace the needle plate ...

Page 209: ...ve it is not threaded correctly Thread the upper thread correctly Make sure the thread is caught by the needle bar thread guide p 35 38 The upper thread tension is set too high It does not run Decrease the upper thread tension and make sure tension disc rotate when pulling on thread p 84 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used Use the correct bobbin p 15 The needle and the hook...

Page 210: ...ed dealer The needle is touching the needle plate 1 Needle 2 Needle plate hole 3 Needle touching hole Consult your nearest authorized dealer The presser foot is set too high and not correctly positioned The needle hits touches the presser foot Consult your nearest authorized dealer The area around the embroidery foot hole is damaged 1 Scratches Burrs Replace the presser foot Consult your nearest a...

Page 211: ... Make sure the thread is correctly positioned in the needle bar thread guide p 35 38 Upper thread is not positioned in upper or middle thread guide Make sure thread passes completely under upper and middle thread guide p 36 37 There are knots or tangles in the thread Remove any knots or tangles p 84 The upper thread tension is too high Decrease the upper thread tension p 83 The lower thread tensio...

Page 212: ...d jammed and clean the hook p 183 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used Use the correct bobbin p 15 Stitches are skipped The upper thread is not threaded correctly Thread the upper thread correctly p 35 The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle with a new one p 15 61 The needle is not installed correctly Correctly install the needle p 61 Dust has accumulated under the ne...

Page 213: ...tion the fabric The carriage moved while removing embroidery frame The pattern may become misaligned if the presser foot was hit or the carriage was moved while replacing bobbin thread changing needle or working near embroidery frame Be careful when removing and reattaching the embroidery frame while replacing bobbin thread changing needle or working near embroidery frame If the carriage is moved ...

Page 214: ...correct The upper thread is not threaded correctly Check the thread path and then thread the upper thread again p 35 The bobbin thread is not correctly threaded Correctly thread the bobbin thread p 19 The lower thread tension is incorrect Adjust the tension of the bobbin thread p 83 The upper thread comes out of the needle when embroidering begins If a short length of thread remains after the thre...

Page 215: ...ng Tautly frame soft knits using a stable backing Overstretching the garment will cause it to look puckered when the frame is removed p 166 The column stitches are too long Re digitize the design with fill stitching or with multiple rows of column stitching The needle is dull Dull needles push fabric down and damage material Replace the needle p 15 61 The design density is too heavy Too many stitc...

Page 216: ... case The machine was stopped while the needle bar case was moving Touch to automatically reset the needle bar case The needle bar case cannot be moved to its initial position Touch to automatically reset the needle bar case The upper thread was cut or the thread came out the thread tension disc or a thread guide The machine is not threaded correctly Check that the thread is under the upper and mi...

Page 217: ...rd The pattern is being saved onto a write protected floppy disk Cancel the write protection before trying to store the pat tern Patterns cannot be deleted from the floppy disk The floppy disk may be dam aged The floppy disk cannot be for matted Use a different floppy disk While the pattern list screen for the floppy disk was displayed the floppy disk was removed or changed and a pattern was selec...

Page 218: ...rn has too many stitches and cannot be used Data with stitches that exceed specifications 500 000 stitches cannot be displayed Use data design software to reduce the number of stitches The pattern is too large Patterns larger than 200 mm H 300 mm W 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W cannot be used Reduce the pattern to a size smaller than that specified More than 101 patterns are being combined Reduce...

Page 219: ...frame Sewing cannot begin from the specified starting position Change the starting position or move the frame and change the embroidering position Refer to page 87 Another operation was per formed while the automatic needle threading mechanism was threading the needle Press the automatic needle threading button and then per form the other operation after the needle is threaded Refer to page 39 Thr...

Page 220: ...Appendix 202 If any of the following messages appear consult your nearest authorized dealer Sapphire book Page 202 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 221: ...Troubleshooting 203 7 Sapphire book Page 203 Friday August 1 2003 9 12 AM ...

Page 222: ...iewed 3 After making the necessary adjustment turn the machine off then on again If the machine does not respond when a key is pressed If nothing happens when a key on the screen is touched no key can be selected or the keys are misaligned adjust the touch panel as described below 1 Touch anywhere inside the touch panel and turn the machine off then on again Continue touching the touch panel until...

Page 223: ...e crosses again starting from 1 to 5 5 After making the necessary touch panel adjustment turn the machine off and on again Note If the keys still do not respond even after the touch panel is adjusted or if the touch panel cannot be adjusted contact your nearest authorized dealer Be sure to use the included touch pen to adjust the touch panel Do not use a mechanical pencil screwdriver or any other ...

Page 224: ...ad tension Manual Cap sewing Option 130 mm W x 50 mm H 2 inches H x 5 1 8 inches W Tubular sewing 4 frames available 300 mm W x 200 mm H 7 7 8 inches H x 11 3 4 inches W 180 mm W x 130 mm H 5 1 8 inches H x 7 1 8 inches W 100 mm W x 100 mm H 4 inches H x 4 inches W 60 mm W x 40 mm H 1 1 2 inches H x 2 3 8 inches W Thread trimming Upper and lower thread Thread breakage sensor Yes Upper thread an bo...

Page 225: ...ecking needle bars and thread colors 33 preview image 27 thread spool changes 73 thread tension 44 Cleaning around the needle plate 184 bobbin case 185 hook 183 LCD 183 machine surface 183 Color information 145 Color thread table 163 Combining patterns 118 Common screen 48 CompactFlash card 114 CompactFlash card slot 3 Corduroy 167 Cotton sheeting 167 Custom thread table 141 147 D Delete file key ...

Page 226: ...ng speed key 54 55 Merge key 52 Mounting jig 172 Moving needle 40 Multi color key 52 125 N Names of machine parts 2 Needle 15 changing 61 Needle bar case 2 Needle bar key 35 55 Needle plate 184 New embroidery key 48 Next page key 50 Number of thread color changes 50 51 53 O Oiling 186 Operation panel 2 3 9 Optional accessories 5 P Pattern display area 48 Pattern editing screen 25 51 118 Pattern li...

Page 227: ... count 55 Stopping embroidering 43 Store key 54 Sweater knit 167 Sweatshirt 167 T Tajima data 98 149 163 Temporary needle bar setting key 56 92 Tension dial 44 84 Terry cloth 167 Thread 15 16 35 164 Thread color 130 146 163 Thread color display 145 Thread color set up display 55 Thread guide 2 36 Thread guide assembly support 2 Thread guide pin 2 Thread spools 75 Thread tension 83 160 Thread tensi...

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