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Using the Optional Cap Frame

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Cap fabric not recommended for embroidering

• Caps with a front panel that is less than

50 mm (2 inches) high (such as a sun visor)

• Children’s caps
• Caps with a brim that is longer than 80 mm

(3-1/16 inches)

Fabric precautions

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Cap fabric recommended for embroidering

• 35%Cotton / 65%Polyester
• 100%Cotton
• 80%Wool / 20%Nylon
• 15%Wool / 85%Acrylic

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Cap fabric not recommended for embroidering

If caps of the following types of fabric are used, they
will be very difficult to frame, easily wrinkled, or
easily shrink.

• Polyester Foam
• Stretch material
• Melton Wool
• 100%Nylon
• Suede

Preparing to use the cap
frame

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Installing the cap frame driver

Press

→

in order to view a video of the operation

on the LCD (see page 151).

Remove the embroidery frame holder from the
carriage on the machine, and then install the cap
frame driver. Before removing the embroidery
frame holder, remove the embroidery frame. (Refer
to “Removing the embroidery frame” on page 46.)

Loosen and then remove the two thumb
screws and the embroidery frame holder.

Thumb screws

• The removed thumb screws remain attached

to the embroidery frame holder.

Put the two thumb screws back in the embroidery
fram holder.

Remove the two upper thumb screws of the
cap frame driver and set aside. Loosen the two
lower thumb screws (4 turns).

Upper thumb screws

Lower thumb screws

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Summary of Contents for PR-620

Page 1: ...EMBROIDERY MACHINE O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L PR 620 ...

Page 2: ...int 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 plug not the cord 10 Kee...

Page 3: ... BS 1362 i e carrying the 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 ...

Page 4: ...s uses and can radiate radio 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 o...

Page 5: ...l Do not use extension 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 machin...

Page 6: ...to be available for use at 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 c...

Page 7: ... Warning Labels The following warning labels are on the machine Be sure to observe the precautions described in the labels 1 2 Please put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use Label locations ...

Page 8: ...ght embroidery cards cannot be used with this embroidery machine Embroidery cards sold overseas cannot be used with this embroidery machine Only insert or remove embroidery cards while appears in the display or while the embroidery machine is turned off see page 112 Concerning USB media Do not disassemble or alter the USB media Do not allow the USB media to become wet such as with water solvents d...

Page 9: ... thread color to each needle If a needle is already threaded by a color that will be used on the next pattern the machine will assign the color to that needle reducing the number of thread spool changes This also means that the machine does not always assign colors according to the needle number it assigns colors based on the currently threaded colors Memo Sewing is not necessarily performed in th...

Page 10: ...change is more than 7 times machine will 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 th...

Page 11: ...nformation 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 patt...

Page 12: ... 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 Lettering and embroidery patterns can be combined or a text a...

Page 13: ...g operations 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...

Page 14: ... 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 recommen...

Page 15: ...AL TERMS 58 PATTERNS 59 EMBROIDERING 59 OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES 61 Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF 62 Changing the Needle 63 Replacing the needle 63 Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames 65 Embroidery frame types and applications 65 Attaching Iron On Stabilizer Backing to Fabric 66 Hooping the Fabric 67 Hooping the fabric in the extra large and large embroider...

Page 16: ... 120 Moving a pattern 120 Flipping a pattern horizontally 121 Flipping a pattern vertically 121 Changing the size of a pattern 121 Rotating a pattern 122 Changing the text arrangement of a character 123 Changing the character spacing 124 Changing the thread density only for some character and frame patterns 125 Specifying multi color text 126 Changing the colors of the pattern 127 Deleting a patte...

Page 17: ...Using the Optional Cap Frame 169 Cap frame and its accessories 169 Types of caps 170 Fabric precautions 171 Preparing to use the cap frame 171 Attaching the standard cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame 176 Attaching the advanced cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame 180 Installing the embroidery frame holder 185 Additional digitizing information ...

Page 18: ...ns required before starting 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 asse...

Page 19: ...needle to the embroidering position 3 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 4 Lower thread guide 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 thread spools to emb...

Page 20: ...e power supply plug 6 Main power switch Use the main power switch to turn the machine ON I and OFF 7 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 cannot start sewing Flashing in green When the machine can s...

Page 21: ...51 14 Offset screwdriver XC6545 051 15 Disc shaped screwdriver XC1074 051 16 Wrench 13 x 10 XC6159 051 17 Oiler XZ0206 051 18 Clean brush X59476 051 19 Weight XC5974 151 20 USB cable XD1563 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 f...

Page 22: ...4664 003 30 Wildlife Animals SA330 XA4771 003 31 Large Flower II SA331 XA5037 003 32 Musical Instrument SA332 XA5386 001 33 Trees SA333 XA5567 003 35 Cats Dogs II SA335 XA5629 003 36 Fruits Vegetables SA336 XA5659 003 37 Appliqué Alphabet SA337 XA5753 003 38 Angel SA338 XA5781 001 39 Doll Face SA339 XA5978 001 40 Sports 3 SA340 XA6111 001 41 Renaissance Alphabet SA341 XA6586 003 42 Farm SA342 XA67...

Page 23: ... or dust to accumulate in 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 mac...

Page 24: ...nce the machine weighs approximately 37 kg 81 lb do not set it up on an unstable table or desk 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 CAUT...

Page 25: ...ed 4 Use the included wrench 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 ...

Page 26: ... thumb screws 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 2 thumb screws behind the operation panel adjust the operation panel to an easy to view angle and then tighten the thumb screws 1 Thumb screws Note Using the...

Page 27: ...e assembly support and tighten 1 Insert screw and tighten 2 Tighten screw 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 t...

Page 28: ... is fully opened up tighten 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...

Page 29: ...ure the embroidery frame 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 screws This completes the preparation of the machine ...

Page 30: ...een Quick Reference Guide 49 When You Have a Question This May Help You 58 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...

Page 31: ...plug this machine in with 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 ...

Page 32: ...ed as a substitute Use of any other needles may break the needle or thread or damage the needle threading mechanism or result in 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 result in injuries or damage to th...

Page 33: ...recommendations Be sure to observe 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 somet...

Page 34: ...ved during the 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 ...

Page 35: ...ase on page 195 Removing the bobbin 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 O...

Page 36: ... the thread through the opening 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 embro...

Page 37: ...ition the needle bar case 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 qualifi...

Page 38: ...broidering settings 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 th...

Page 39: ...e to the embroidering screen In the pattern editing screen edit the pattern Refer to page 25 52 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 51 1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type selection screen 2 Touch this key to c...

Page 40: ...s and other information on the screen refer to page 50 1 Pattern type keys 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 51 1 Pattern keys 2 Displays a preview image Checking a preview image from the pattern selection screen Touch to preview the image pri...

Page 41: ...lay 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 indicated...

Page 42: ...lete the pattern for example 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 embroi...

Page 43: ...ttern 9 In the embroidering 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 ...

Page 44: ...as desired 1 Touch X The preview 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 can 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 ...

Page 45: ...mbroidery frames 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 65 Note The embroidery frame indicators show all embroidery frame sizes in which the embroidery pattern can be sewn Be sure to use an embroi...

Page 46: ...he embroidery frame 5 Lightly 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 Botto...

Page 47: ... hit the presser foot and damage the machine or cause injury to the user 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 n...

Page 48: ...E FRAME Be sure to use the 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 s...

Page 49: ...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 Stop checking the embroidery frame area The embroidery frame can be temporarily stopped at a desired position or the checking of the embroidering area can be stopped 3 When the embroidery frame moves to the desired position touch again X The embroidery fram...

Page 50: ...mation 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 has not been used If a thread color had been assigned to the needle bar on a previously sewn design the needle bar will show the previously assigned color 8 Change thread spools message Refer to page 77 This message appe...

Page 51: ...ngth of time until the spools 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 butt...

Page 52: ... be used 120 den 2 135 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 ...

Page 53: ... the height of the spool pin 1 Spool mat 2 Small spool 3 Spool cap 2 Pass 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...

Page 54: ...nd then 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 See left illustration at top of page Note All thread tension disks are threaded in clockwise direction 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1...

Page 55: ...right through the thread guide pins 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 right to left 1 Thread take up lever 8 Pass the thread down through the slot to the lower thread guide and then through the hole in the number 1 lower thread ...

Page 56: ...ere Refer to page 40 2 Pull out about 15 cm 6 inches of thread Allow thread to relax and eliminate any stress on the thread Then as shown in the illustration pass the thread under the fork of the automatic needle threading mechanism from the right and then catch the thread with the hook that passes through the eye of the needle 1 Hook 2 Fork Note When catching the thread with the hook be careful t...

Page 57: ...r 5 Press the automatic needle threading button The threader moves back away from the needle The thread is pulled through the needle eye The wiper comes out and catches the thread between the needle and the threader The threader goes back to the original home position This completes the upper threading for needle bar 1 Thread the remaining needle bars in the same way However if the needle bar to b...

Page 58: ...e spool and the thread guide above the spool Place the new spool on the spool pin and tie the end of the new thread to the end of the previous thread Then pull the thread through to the needle Refer to page 78 Using the spool net When using metallic thread or any other strong thread place the included spool net over the spool before sewing If the spool net is too long fold it once to match the siz...

Page 59: ...e machine is unlocked 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 ...

Page 60: ...by the red frame 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 s...

Page 61: ... bobbin and upper threads are trimmed Before 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 ...

Page 62: ...ead locks or 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 85 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 ...

Page 63: ... toward you Removing the fabric 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 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 ma...

Page 64: ...mbroidery machine 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...

Page 65: ...layed the 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 62 If the machine is turned off while it is sewing embroidering can continue when the machine is turned on again Re...

Page 66: ...key cannot be selected 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 ...

Page 67: ...re p 105 5 Floral alphabet key Our original alphabet patterns designed with flowers decorating large uppercase letters 130 mm H x 80 mm W p 106 6 Appliqué alphabet key Alphabet appliqué patterns which are available in small medium and large sizes p 107 7 Embroidery patterns stored in the machine key Recalls patterns stored in the machine s memory p 111 8 Embroidery cards key Recalls patterns from ...

Page 68: ...ge 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 102 7 Pattern keys An image of the pattern appears on the key Touch the image to select the pattern p 102 8 Cancel key Touch to leave the currently selected pattern category and choose a different category Returns to the pattern type selection s...

Page 69: ...dery 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 120 4 Distance from center horizontal Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 120 5 Size vertical Shows the vertical length of the pattern...

Page 70: ...ted p 122 7 Spacing key Changes the spacing between the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited p 124 8 Array key Changes the orientation of the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited p 123 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 126 0 Density key Changes the d...

Page 71: ...he bottom value shows 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 72 4 Distance from center horizontal Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved p 72 5 Rotation an...

Page 72: ...ng key Specifies that automatic lock stitch is sewn at the beginning of the pattern and at the beginning of sewing after thread trimming p 88 6 Lock stitching end key Specifies that automatic lock stitch is sewn when the thread is trimmed p 88 7 Maximum sewing speed key Specifies the maximum sewing speed p 91 8 Starting ending position key Specifies the needle position at the beginning of sewing a...

Page 73: ...thread color at the left 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 76 5 Sewing order The bottom value shows the total number of thread color changes in the pattern and the top value shows the thread color that is curr...

Page 74: ...le bar settings key Enables the needle bar settings to manually be specified p 94 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 79 F Unlock key Unlocks the machine so it can...

Page 75: ...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 viii 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 color to the embroidery position Also when using the needle threader...

Page 76: ...n 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 62 Getting false thread breakage error Check that the position of the upper thread is under the upper thread guide plates Refer to page 36 Check that the position of the upper thread is around the thread tension disk Refer to page 37 1 Upper thread guide plate...

Page 77: ...EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL 60 ...

Page 78: ...idery sheet 68 Large small pieces of fabric 69 Embroidery Frame Position and Movement 70 Changing the Embroidering Position 72 Adjusting the angle 73 Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors 75 Checking if thread spool changes are necessary 75 Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors 77 Change thread spools message 77 Easily changing the thread spools 78 If the...

Page 79: ...off the pattern editing screen the embroidering settings 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...

Page 80: ...ounterclockwise Note 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 ne...

Page 81: ... 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 If the needle is not fully inserted the hook of the automatic needle threading mechanism will not pass through the eye of the needle during automatic needle threading and the...

Page 82: ...ns Use when 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 67 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 ...

Page 83: ... the stabilizer backing is 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 t...

Page 84: ...B so that the fabric is taut 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 tig...

Page 85: ...ch the 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 Press the inner frame into the outer frame Remove the embroidery she...

Page 86: ... fabric adhesive to attach 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 hoo...

Page 87: ...n addition if the embroidery 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 co...

Page 88: ...ng embroidering is touched 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 an...

Page 89: ... The embroidery frame moves 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 t...

Page 90: ... X The needle bar is unlocked 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 ...

Page 91: ...mbroidering settings screen is displayed again the pattern appears with the rotation angle 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 return to the pattern editing screen so that the pattern can be re edited Memo With this op...

Page 92: ...the number of times that the 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 t...

Page 93: ...ence display the scrolling 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 threa...

Page 94: ... bars where the thread spools 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 b...

Page 95: ...3 Tie the end of the thread 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 spoo...

Page 96: ...he upper thread Refer to 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 ...

Page 97: ...age 46 After replacing the bobbin re 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 h...

Page 98: ...ward or back through the stitching by thread color or by stitch to start stitching at any position of the pattern 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 n...

Page 99: ...y moves one hundred stitches 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 Tou...

Page 100: ... its initial position after 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 fr...

Page 101: ...ck through the stitching 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 ...

Page 102: ...sion of the bobbin thread and adjust the tension if necessary Be sure to adjust the tension of the bobbin thread before adjusting the tension of the upper thread Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread 1 Tie the included weight to the end of the thread extending from the bobbin case Note Different weights are used to adjust pre wound bobbins and metal bobbins Pre wound bobbins Only weight L Met...

Page 103: ... bobbin thread being visible from the right side of the fabric Turn the knob in the direction of the arrow to decrease the tension of the upper thread 1 If the red line is visible the thread tension cannot be decreased any further Increase the tension of the bobbin thread For details refer to page 85 Note If you decrease the thread tension further than the red line the tension knob may be dis asse...

Page 104: ...itch Setting 88 Starting Ending Position Settings 89 Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal 90 Maximum Sewing Speed Setting 91 Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes 92 Stopping the machine at the next color change 92 Specifying pause locations before embroidering 92 Temporary Needle Bar Setting 94 Reserved Needle Bar Settings 96 ...

Page 105: ...h length is less than 0 8 mm the lock stitch won t be inserted If Thread Trimming is set OFF in setting screen the lock stitch won t be inserted See page 149 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 ...

Page 106: ... appears 1 Specifies the starting 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 posit...

Page 107: ...ding position touch so that 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...

Page 108: ...frame for 400 rpm 1 To increase 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 s...

Page 109: ...finishing sewing the area 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 110: ... the specified location after 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 83 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...

Page 111: ...ne that you wish to change 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 ...

Page 112: ...the next time the area is 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 m...

Page 113: ...ing is cancelled The manual 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 sele...

Page 114: ...ing first cancel it and then 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 disappears from the thread spool X This cancels the manual needle bar setting ...

Page 115: ...EMBROIDERING SETTINGS 98 ...

Page 116: ...9 Selecting the pattern to be edited 120 Moving a pattern 120 Flipping a pattern horizontally 121 Flipping a pattern vertically 121 Changing the size of a pattern 121 Rotating a pattern 122 Changing the text arrangement of a character 123 Changing the character spacing 124 Changing the thread density only for some character and frame patterns 125 Specifying multi color text 126 Changing the colors...

Page 117: ...me USB media may not be usable with this machine Please visit our website for more details USB hubs cannot be used through USB Type A host connector The machine will not recognize the above USB devices or USB memory cards through a USB hub The access lamp will begin blinking after inserting USB Devices Media and it will take about 5 to 6 seconds to recognize the Devices Media Time will differ depe...

Page 118: ...number of color changes 500 maximum number of combined patterns 100 Do not create folders in USB media or Removable disk If embroidery data is stored in a folder that embroidery data cannot be displayed by the embroidery machine Even if the embroidery unit is not attached the machine will manage embroidery data Tajima dst embroidery data dst data is displayed in the pattern list screen by their fi...

Page 119: ...en 1 Embroidery patterns 2 Frame patterns 3 Alphabet patterns 4 Renaissance alphabet patterns 5 Floral alphabet patterns 6 Appliqué alphabet patterns 7 Embroidery patterns stored in the machine 8 Embroidery cards 9 USB media 0 Computer USB 2 In the pattern list screen which appears next touch the desired pattern to select it Pattern list screen 1 Pattern keys Touch a pattern to display the followi...

Page 120: ...lipping 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 3 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 4 Checking the preview image Touch this key to check that the embroidery will be sewn as de...

Page 121: ...lected 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 3 Checks the preview image 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears ...

Page 122: ...attern 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 Touch this key to change the size 2 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 3 The pattern can be flipped vertically 4 Checks the preview image 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appea...

Page 123: ...he 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 3 If necessary edit the pattern 1 The pattern can be flipped horizontally 2 The pattern can be flipped vertically 3 Checks the preview image 4 Touch This confirms the pattern selection X The pattern editing screen appears ...

Page 124: ...ns appears 3 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 3 Checks...

Page 125: ...half of the 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 3 Checks the preview image 5 Touch This confirms the p...

Page 126: ... set of characters 1 Uppercase 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 I...

Page 127: ...he two small fonts and cannot be changed 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...

Page 128: ... arranged using one 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 126 and Changing the colors of the pattern on page 127 Embroidery pattern...

Page 129: ...f 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 wit...

Page 130: ... 7 7 8 inches H 11 3 4 inches W is selected 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 i...

Page 131: ...e 1 USB Type B function connector 2 USB cable connector The USB cable can be plugged into the USB connectors on the computer and embroidery machine whether or 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 ...

Page 132: ...display area If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern touch the desired pattern Memo For details on large size embroidery patterns refer to PE DESIGN instruction Manual To add a pattern from the computer repeat step 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 Touc...

Page 133: ...to a different folder 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 USB cable Before disconnecting the USB cable click the Unplug or ...

Page 134: ...to the machine s USB Type A host port be sure to secure the cable with the three hooks on the back panel If the cable is not secured the embroidery frame may catch on the cable while the frame is moving causing the pattern to become misaligned Note Only insert or remove USB media while appears in the display or while the embroidery machine is turned off Do not insert anything other than USB media ...

Page 135: ...pattern touch the key for the desired pattern Deleting embroidery data From this screen the embroidery data stored on the USB media 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 wa...

Page 136: ...combine patterns The pattern editing screen appears 2 Select an embroidery pattern Select the pattern to be added as described on page 102 to 118 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 I...

Page 137: ...lect the pattern 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 ...

Page 138: ...ed vertically Changing the size of a 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 propo...

Page 139: ...s refer to page 120 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 oth...

Page 140: ... X The screen shown below appears 1 Arranges the text on a straight line 2 Arranges the text on a slanted 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 dec...

Page 141: ...racters can be made wider or narrower 1 Touch X The screen shown below appears 1 Increases the space between characters 2 Decreases the space between characters 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 ke...

Page 142: ... the setting either on or off 4 If necessary touch the arrow keys to adjust the position of the pattern For more details refer to page 120 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 ...

Page 143: ...r text The alphabet pattern characters selected on page 109 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 chang...

Page 144: ...lor changes The top value shows the position 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 ...

Page 145: ...of all parts that 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 92 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 setti...

Page 146: ... the keys to adjust the pattern to the desired angle For more details refer to page 122 3 If necessary touch the arrow keys to adjust the position of the embroidery frame For more details refer to page 72 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 ...

Page 147: ...acing between 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...

Page 148: ... before the repeat settings were specified but the settings are not cancelled When the embroidering settings 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 1Touch to re...

Page 149: ... will combine text with floral alphabet 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 Touch ...

Page 150: ...e center of the embroidery 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 ...

Page 151: ...n k X The selected letters appear 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 f...

Page 152: ...ust other parts of the pattern 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 ...

Page 153: ...ng screen press 2 Press Press to return to the previous screen without saving the pattern X The Saving screen appears When the pattern is saved the previous screen appears automatically 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 s...

Page 154: ...stored patterns Refer to the appropriate page of Selecting an Embroidery Pattern according to the media being used For patterns saved on the machine refer to page 111 For patterns saved on USB media refer to page 117 USB Media Commercially Available When sending embroidery patterns from the machine to USB media plug the USB media into the machine s USB Type A host port Depending on the type of USB...

Page 155: ... the pattern to become misaligned Memo Do not insert anything other than USB media into the USB media port connector Otherwise the USB media drive may be damaged 3 Press Press to return to the original screen without saving X The Saving screen is displayed When the pattern is saved the display returns to the original screen automatically Note Do not unplug the USB media or eject the floppy disk wh...

Page 156: ...nding the settings 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 jumpstitch trimming DST jump codes for trimming 149 Deleting short stitches 150 ...

Page 157: ...ry machine Note Check with your local authorized Brother dealer or at www brother com for details on available updates Page 2 6 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 7 DISPLAY EXPANDED THREAD COLOR The thread col...

Page 158: ...reate a Custom thread table refer to Custom thread table settings on page 147 Page 5 C BRIGHTNESS OF LCD Enables the density or brightness of the screen to be adjusted D BUZZER Turns the buzzer on or off E UNIT Enables the units of measurements that appear in the screens to be changed F LANGUAGES Enables the display language to be changed The keys and messages appear in the selected language Detai...

Page 159: ... the backlight and is not 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 ope...

Page 160: ...specified for the guides in the pattern 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 T...

Page 161: ... is displayed regardless of 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 a...

Page 162: ... selected 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 Poly Thread color number Madeira Rayon Thread color number Sulky Thread color number Robison Anton Time Thread color name Name of Color When the embroidery mac...

Page 163: ...lor and number specified by the User Thread Chart Also the 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 on page 145 If ON is selected one of the following three color thread can be displayed in ...

Page 164: ... a pattern can be set to 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 tables 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 CUST...

Page 165: ...ears 4 Type in the thread color number Touch and to type in the desired thread color number If the wrong number is entered touch X The entered number is erased 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 becomes empty ...

Page 166: ...When Tajima embroidery data dst is used the machine converts the jump code to a trim code based on the number specified on the next line OFF The machine does not cut either a jumpstitch or the jump code in Tajima embroidery data dst When the machine is purchased ON is selected and the number of jumps is set to 3 The DST thread trim settings can be specified from the second page of the settings scr...

Page 167: ...han that specified here can be deleted When the embroidery machine is purchased 0 was selected 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 0...

Page 168: ...ns guide key and then select 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 ...

Page 169: ...ovie showing the procedure can 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 ...

Page 170: ...hose help information you 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 pag...

Page 171: ...BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE 154 ...

Page 172: ...s 168 Using the Optional Cap Frame 169 Cap frame and its accessories 169 Types of caps 170 Fabric precautions 171 Preparing to use the cap frame 171 Attaching the standard cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame 176 Attaching the advanced cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame 180 Installing the embroidery frame holder 185 Additional digitizing inform...

Page 173: ... from 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 There...

Page 174: ... appliqué piece sew an Appliqué 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 stitch...

Page 175: ...of the satin stitched frame 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...

Page 176: ...n the embroidery frame when 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 ...

Page 177: ...ions useful in the operation 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 ...

Page 178: ...r example when sewing text along 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 ...

Page 179: ...dle drop point aligns with 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 ...

Page 180: ...ISPLAY EXPANDED THREAD COLOR 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...

Page 181: ... fluorescent tubes It is important 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 t...

Page 182: ...ents to look as good as the 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 ...

Page 183: ...oidering They are available 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 re...

Page 184: ... one piece of heavy backing 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 understitc...

Page 185: ...the mark for the embroidery 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 ...

Page 186: ...s attached the embroidery 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 fram...

Page 187: ...cted firm front Unconstructed soft crown Ease of framing hooping Easy Recommended Fairly easy Backing 1 to 2 ply 2 to 3 ply Otto Interna tional Inc cap model number Example OTTO23 225 OTTO18 203 Mesh backing on the back of front panels soft or hard Constructed firm front Unconstructed soft crown Ease of framing hooping Very difficult because the cap material very hard Fairly easy Backing 1 to 2 pl...

Page 188: ... 100 Nylon Suede Preparing to use the cap frame Installing the cap frame driver Press in order to view a video of the operation on the LCD see page 151 Remove the embroidery frame holder from the carriage on the machine and then install the cap frame driver Before removing the embroidery frame holder remove the embroidery frame Refer to Removing the embroidery frame on page 46 1 Loosen and then re...

Page 189: ... in the carriage 2 Thumb screw of the cap frame driver 3 Mounting plate of the cap frame driver 4 Frame mounting plate of the carriage 5 Insert the pins on the frame mounting plate of the carriage into the holes in the mounting plate of the cap frame driver 1 Pins on the frame mounting plate of the carriage 2 Holes in the mounting plate of the cap frame driver 6 Insert and tighten the two upper th...

Page 190: ...n screwdriver medium loosen the two hexagonal screws Loosen the screws only by about one turn 1 Hexagonal screws 2 Allen screwdriver medium Note Do not loosen them too far 3 Lower the L shaped bracket to make it touch the machine bed and then tighten the two hexagonal screws using the Allen screwdriver medium Firmly tighten the screws 1 L shaped bracket 4 Using the Allen screwdriver large loosen t...

Page 191: ...needle plate spacer Attach the needle plate spacer to the needle plate 1 Needle plate spacer Preparing the mounting jig Lower the stopper and then attach the mounting jig to a stable surface such as a desk 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two screws and then lower the stopper in the direction of the arrow 1 Loosen the screw so that the stopper can be hooked onto the screw and clamped wit...

Page 192: ...ing surface 3 Tighten thumb screw 5 Check that there is no looseness If there is looseness mount the mounting jig onto the mounting surface again Note Be sure that the mounting bracket is securely clamped onto the mounting surface and that the thumb screw is firmly tightened Do not attach the mounting jig to an unstable surface flexible bent or warped Be careful that the mounting jig does not fall...

Page 193: ...e mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame Press in order to view a video of the operation on the LCD see page 151 Put the cap into the standard cap frame attached to the mounting jig and then remove the standard cap frame from the mounting jig with the cap clamped Next attach the standard cap frame to the cap frame driver on the machine 1 Attach the standard cap frame to the mounting jig Ali...

Page 194: ...3 Stabilizer 4 Lift up flip the sweat guard on the inside of the cap and then place the cap in the standard cap frame Using both hands hold both sides of the cap and then align the edge of the lower frame with the base of the brim 1 Edge of the lower frame 2 Sweat guard 3 Base of the brim At the same time align the centerline of the cap with the centerline of the sweat guard holder on the standard...

Page 195: ...ing frame cleanly grab the base of the brim 4 The centerline 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 According to the shape of the cap loosen the screw 4 and adjust the position of the clamping frame 3 so that the teeth on the inside of the clamping frame 1 align with the base of...

Page 196: ... shape 1 Brim holder 2 Centerline of brim presser Make sure the notch comes out 0 As shown in the illustration use both hands to press in on the sides of the brim to reshape it so that the sides do not fold out If the pattern is embroidered with the sides of the brim folded out the brim will hit the machine and cause the pattern to become misaligned a Stretch the fabric in the embroidering area so...

Page 197: ...jig with the cap clamped Next attach the advanced cap frame to the cap frame driver on the machine 1 Attach the advanced cap frame to the mounting jig Align the side of the mounting jig with the brace on the cap frame and then push the cap frame into place 1 Side of mounting jig 2 Brace on cap frame Align the notch in the advanced cap frame with the guiding plate on the mounting jig and then snap ...

Page 198: ...cap frame Using both hands hold both sides of the cap and then align the edge of the lower frame with the base of the brim 1 Edge of the lower frame 2 Sweat guard 3 Base of the brim At the same time align the centerline of the cap with the centerline of the sweat guard holder on the advanced cap frame and then slide the sweat guard under the sweat guard holder 1 Sweat guard holder 2 Centerline of ...

Page 199: ...ng frame 2 Base of brim Note Loosen the two screws for the outside clamping frame and then adjust the position of the outside clamping frame so that it conforms to the shape of the cap and so that the teeth of the clamping frame perfectly align with the base of the brim 1 Teeth of clamping frame 2 Base of brim 3 Outside clamping frame 4 Screws for the outside clamping frame 9 Adjust the other side...

Page 200: ... other side to remove any slack and secure the cap with the clips c Pull the brim holder up as far as possible Next turn the brim holder over the cap brim and then lower the brim holder Finally arrange the brim so that it maintains a slightly rounded shape 1 Brim holder 2 Centerline of brim presser Make sure the notch comes out d Adjust the brim so that it maintains a rounded shape X This complete...

Page 201: ...e notch in the cap frame with the guiding plate on the cap frame driver and then snap the frame into place 1 Guiding Plate on cap frame driver 2 Notch on cap frame 3 Holder X The cap frame is secured with the two holders one on the right and one on the left This completes the installation of the cap frame and the cap is ready to be embroidered Removing the cap frame After embroidering is finished ...

Page 202: ...umb screws 3 Remove the two upper thumb screws 1 Thumb screws 4 Remove the cap frame driver Note Be careful that the cap frame driver does not hit any nearby parts such as the presser foot 5 With the hole on the sweat guard holder aligned with the centerline of the guiding plate insert the two thumb screws removed in step 3 into the holes at the top and then tighten the thumb screws 1 Hole on the ...

Page 203: ...e pay attention to following points in order to avoid registration problems misalignment of gaps in the pattern 1 Sew underlay stitches 2 Start the embroidery pattern from the center and sew toward the ends With the machine the order in which patterns are selected when they are combined is the order in which they will be sewn For the following example select the patterns in the order E A B R to ma...

Page 204: ... stitching is at least 2 mm and that the stitching over laps the fabric by at least 1 mm Also make sure that there are no jumps of long stitches in the outlining on each region or letter 1 At least 1 mm 2 At least 2 mm Don t sew more than four overlapping layers 1 Specify that overlapping areas not be sewn CAUTION ...

Page 205: ... the machine was purchased Be sure to place the bobbin winder on a level stable surface Only use the bobbins supplied with this bobbin winder CAUTION 3 4 1 2 5 1 Main power switch 2 Bobbin winder shaft 3 Hole for thread guide 4 Hole for spool pin 5 DC input connector 6 7 8 5 1 2 3 4 9 10 No Name Parts Code No Name Parts Code 1 Bobbin winder XC6598 051 6 Power supply cord X59354 151 UK LN2284 001 U...

Page 206: ... hole for thread guide 3 Hole for 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 fir...

Page 207: ...t the thread spool on the spool pin 1 Thread spool 2 Spool pin Note When using a small spool remove the spool cushion and set the spool directly onto 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 tension disk as sho...

Page 208: ...slit in the bobbin winder 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 Bobb...

Page 209: ...correctly Check that the bobbin thread has been wound correctly otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect Be sure to clean the bobbin case each time that the bobbin is changed Thread wax and dust easily collect around the hole in the tension adjusting spring on the bobbin case resulting in an incorrect thread tension For details refer to Cleaning the bobbin case on pag...

Page 210: ...al detergent squeeze it out firmly and then wipe the surface of the machine After cleaning it once with a wet cloth wipe it again with a dry cloth Note Do not use chemical products such as benzene or thinner Cleaning the hook Periodically remove 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 remov...

Page 211: ...g plate the thread may not 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 consul...

Page 212: ...se Thread wax and dust easily collect around the hole in the tension adjusting spring on the bobbin case resulting in an incorrect thread tension Therefore it should be cleaned each time when the bobbin is changed 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 ad...

Page 213: ...er 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 put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use and put a drop of oil to the lower needle bar felt washer every 40 to 50 hours of machine use Oiling the race 1 Turn off the embr...

Page 214: ...select one needle bar at a time Pull down the selected needle bar and lock into position refer to page 72 Put one drop of oil on the lower needle bar felt washer 1 Apply oil here Too much oil may drip onto sewing project Note Put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use Apply one drop of oil on the lower needle bar felt washer every 40 50 hours of sewing time Apply only sewing machine oil...

Page 215: ...or problems during sewing 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 ...

Page 216: ...art stop button p 42 The needle breaks The needle is not installed correctly Correctly install the needle p 63 The needle set screw is loose Use the Allen screw driver to securely tighten the needle set screw p 63 The needle is bent or blunt Replace the needle with a new one p 15 63 The area around the hole in the needle plate is damaged 1 Scratches Burrs Replace the needle plate Consult your near...

Page 217: ...he thread does not move 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 86 A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used Use the correct bobbin p 15 Th...

Page 218: ... consult your nearest authorized 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 press...

Page 219: ...nd re thread the machine 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 The upper thread tension is too high Decrease the upper thread tension p 86 The ...

Page 220: ...ead is tangled Remove the thread jammed and clean the hook p 193 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 63 The needle is not installed correctly Correctly install the needle p 63 Du...

Page 221: ...nd then correctly position 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 ...

Page 222: ...readed into embroidering position p 40 Recommended needles are not used on this machine Replace and use recommended needle p 15 63 The needle is not installed correctly Correctly install the needle p 15 63 The hook on the automatic needle threading mechanism is bent Consult your nearest authorized dealer p 15 63 The thread tension is incorrect The upper thread is not threaded correctly Check the t...

Page 223: ...h during sewing especially if the tensions are set too high After the stitching is complete the thread returns to its original strength causing puckers in the fabric p 86 The framing tension of the fabric is incorrect Tightly frame non stretchable woven fabrics Loose framing will cause the fabric to bunch up under the stitching Tautly frame soft knits using a stable backing Overstretching the garm...

Page 224: ...e are too many characters to be arranged on the curve Reduce the number of charac ters 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 middle thread guides and correctly thread the upper thread Refer to page 35 The bobbin thread was broken or ran out Check that there is thre...

Page 225: ... needle bar case The automatic needle thread ing mechanism did not operate correctly The thread is entangled in the automatic needle threading mechanism remove the thread and then touch 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 threade...

Page 226: ...nd then try entering the number again The USB media is write pro tected Cancel the write protection The USB media is write pro tected Touch and cancel the write protection The USB media was attempted to change while it is being read Please try again without discon necting was touched while no embroidery card is inserted Insert an embroidery card Refer to page 112 A pattern on an embroidery card no...

Page 227: ...ed The embroidery data may be damaged USB media error Touch and try again Or the USB media may be dam aged USB media is not connected to the machine Connect a USB media During data transfer the USB cable was disconnected Do not disconnect the USB cable while data is being trans ferred Refer to page 114 A wiper error occurred The thread is entangled on the wiper remove the thread ...

Page 228: ...Troubleshooting 211 7 If any of the following messages appear consult your nearest authorized dealer ...

Page 229: ...APPENDIX 212 ...

Page 230: ...s of the screens can be clearly viewed 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 Contin...

Page 231: ...uring setting Touch the 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 scr...

Page 232: ...BBR 11 Number of needle 6 needles Thread 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 ...

Page 233: ...acter 123 thread color display 145 thread density 125 thread spools 77 units of measurements 143 Checking needle bars and thread colors 33 preview image 27 thread spool changes 75 thread tension 45 Cleaning around the needle plate 194 bobbin case 195 hook 193 LCD 193 machine surface 193 Color information 145 Color thread table 163 Combining patterns 119 Common screen 49 Corduroy 167 Cotton sheetin...

Page 234: ...6 Maximum sewing speed key 55 56 Merge key 53 Middle thread guide 2 Mounting jig 174 Moving needle 40 Multi color key 53 126 N Names of machine parts 2 Needle 15 changing 63 Needle bar case 2 Needle bar key 34 56 Needle plate 194 New embroidery key 49 Next page key 51 Number of thread color changes 51 52 54 O Oiling 196 Operation panel 2 3 9 Optional accessories 5 P Pattern display area 49 Pattern...

Page 235: ...ting ending position key 55 89 90 Stitch count 56 Stopping embroidering 44 Store key 55 Sweater knit 167 Sweatshirt 167 T Tajima data 101 149 163 Temporary needle bar setting key 57 94 Tension dial 45 86 Terry cloth 167 Thread 15 16 35 164 Thread color 131 146 163 Thread color display 145 Thread color set up display 56 Thread guide 2 36 Thread guide assembly support 2 Thread guide pins 2 Thread sp...

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